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A landmark Corgi Collection covering the width and breadth of Corgi models amassed over decades by an exuberant collector. The Monty Calme collection is a truly astonishing gathering of the best of Corgi models and ephemera, including rare and unique pieces and point of sale items. The largest collection we have ever seen.
A difficult set to find, this two-part set was issued between 1969-71 and comprises:

1) Menagerie Transporter Unit *with swivelling drawbar (not interchangeable with the 1139 version). Finished in the familiar red and blue Chipperfields colours. 3 plastic moulded cages with colourful labels, complete with plastic ‘bubble housing’, beneath which you will find the *full complement of original animal figures i.e. 2 lions (one male one female) , two bears (mother and baby) and two tigers. Intact winch ring on top of all three cages. Looks unused. Fixing cord in situ. Detailed cast wheels and as-new original tyres. In virtually mint condition!

2) 1144 Chipperfields Crane & Cage with Elephant. A Scammell Handyman MKIII in blue and red finish with a silver jib and hook. Complete ?Come to the Circus? label correctly on one side only. Complete Chipperfields label on the cab. A little light rubbing in places on the jib. Brown plastic cage contains the original elephant has an intact opening rear door and plastic ?bars? section. Chipperfield?s Circus label.

Long slim card and cellophane box has fared well, with intact original cellophane ‘window’ and vivid colours. Little repaired tear to the card, few flecks of surface loss and minor wear besides. Protected by the colourful and fresh-looking Retailer Card. Polystyrene packing is clean, bright, intact and fresh.