Metal ornament
Category
Toys
Date
circa 1970 - circa 1975
Materials
Steel, Plastic
Measurements
15 x 28 mm; 75 mm (Length)
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1514908
Summary
Red metal toy car (Dodge Charger MK111)
Full description
The car is die cast in a mould using Zinc Alley or Molten Lead. Other parts of the car are also made from plastic and rubber. This car was very popular, in 1975 several of this model was made with a more modern shape.
Provenance
Found during The Workhouse restoration in Firbeck house when The Workhouse and associated buildings were purchased by the National Trust in 1997. The toy was found in a fire back in a cup.
Marks and inscriptions
On underside of toy.: Matchbox Series No 52 Dodge Charger Mk 111 Made in England ©1970 LESNEY PROD & Co Ltd. PATT. APP SUPERFAST