C314
Corgi 314 Ferrari Berlinetta 250 Le Mans. Authentic gold-plated edition. One of only 3 made. Originally sold at Sotheby's Auction House in 1999. An exciting rarity from The 'Monty Calme' Corgi Collection.
Price: £4,725.00
SALE PRICE £3545
This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.
Notes
The Monty Calme 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.
Monty says: “One of only 3 ever made – one for Marcel Van Cleemput, one for Enzo Ferrari and one for the head of the ‘RAC’. I did not manage to get it from Sotheby’s at the time, but purchased it later. I count myself very lucky to have owned this one!”
We are delighted to offer for sale one of the rarest Corgi models – one of only 3 commissioned and gold-plated at the Corgi factory. This is the actual example owned by Marcel Van Cleemput (chief designer for Corgi) and sold through Sotheby’s Auction House London in 1999. The other 2 gold-plated examples were owned by Enzo Ferrari and Neal Eason Gibson (head of the RAC at the time). Lot number 323:
An exquisite example with a beautiful and rich gold-plated finish. Opening boot with detailed engine and spare wheel. Window glazing. Fine original tyres and spoked wheels. Rivetted base.
Tiny wear to the gold-plating only.
This is an exceptional and rare item. Bearing in mind its history, this is a joy to own and a stunning investment piece.
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