Toy tank
Matchbox
Category
Toys
Date
1973
Materials
Metal and plastic
Measurements
38 mm (height); 32 mm (width); 68 mm (length)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 671224.1.19
Summary
A die-cast toy model 'Matchbox Rolamatics’ vehicle, No. 28; "Stoat". The model is painted in gold, and has a brown plastic figure peeking out the top which should rotate when the vehicle is rolled backwards and forwards. On this model the man no longer rotates well, but otherwise it is in good condition with very few scratches.
Provenance
Collected and played with by donors’ late son, Marcus, and donated to the Museum of Childhood by Mr and Mrs John Parry in December 2010.
Marks and inscriptions
On the base: 'MATCHBOX / Rolamatics / No. 28 STOAT / MADE IN ENGLAND / © 1973 / LESNEY PRODUCTS / & Co. Ltd / PAT.APP. 12174/72'
Makers and roles
Matchbox , brand name Lesney Products Co Ltd, manufacturer