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Download or read book Dinky Toys Modelled Miniatures 1931 1979 written by Mike Richardson and published by Pei International. This book was released on 1981 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Model cars and other miniature toys produced in England by Meccano Ltd.

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Download or read book Thirties British Art and Design Before the War written by Arts Council of Great Britain and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 1979 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Collecting Dinky Toys written by Mike Richardson and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2001-05-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive listing, with 400 full-color photos, references all Dinky Toys made. Collectors will find toy vehicles conveniently categorized by type for easy reference, a valuable identification and valuation guide, which lists dates made, colors, and prices, as well as a descriptive history of Dinky Toy production.