Description
Topdog Presents: Always Interesting Toys and Models!
This is an original vintage Britains Ltd. shop counter display from the 1970s, made for toy and hobby shops that sold Britains’ famous model soldiers, farm animals, vehicles and figures. It carries the classic Britains “B” logo with the Guardsman in a red-and-yellow frame and the slogan “miniature world of life-like models.” The slogan is repeated in French, German, Dutch, Danish, Italian and Swedish, which shows that the display was made for Britains’ European export market as well as the home market.
The design is a die-cut, layered cardboard display. A large open hand reaches out from an oval window against a glowing golden background, framed by a blue textured border. Shopkeepers placed small Britains models on the open palm, so the “miniature world” was literally held in the hand. The back is plain brown card, with cut slots and fold-out panels that let the display stand on a shop counter. It measures about 12 by 13 inches when unfolded.
Condition is very good. The front graphics are bright and clean, with strong colors, and the die-cut hand and window are intact. There is light edge wear, with minor creasing and rubbing on the back panels. Shop displays like this were usually thrown away when a promotion ended, so surviving examples are scarce. Please see all photos, which are part of the description.
This item will be carefully and securely packed, and it ships within 3 business days of payment.
This item will be carefully and securely packed, and it ships within 3 business days of payment.
Flat Rate shipping in the US $12
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