Scooter
Matchbox
Category
Toys
Date
1961 - 1965
Materials
Metal
Measurements
25 mm (height); 35 mm (width); 45 mm (length)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 671224.1.6
Summary
A die-cast toy model made by 'Matchbox', No.36, the 'Lambretta TY 175'. Painted in a metallic green, the scooter and side car are in fair condition with a few scratches to the paintwork and some rusting of the metal pins underneath.
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: 'LESNEY ENGLAND / LAMBRETTA TY 175' On the top of the front wheel guard on the either side: '439 APA'
Makers and roles
Matchbox , brand name Lesney Products Co Ltd, manufacturer