This collection comprises an assortment of vintage metal toy soldiers and military.The lot features a variety of regiments and uniforms, notably Highlanders in kilts, Guardsmen in scarlet tunics with bearskins, and infantry in white tropical or ceremonial dress. Also included are several cavalry figures, prone riflemen, and a standard-bearer carrying a Union Jack flag. Later additions to the collection include several figures representing WWII-era infantry in khaki battle dress. The materials present include painted lead alloy, characteristic of early to mid-20th-century hollow-cast production in the style of manufacturers such as W. Britain and John Hill and Co. The collection also contains various loose components, including grey-finished parts potentially from military vehicles or artillery pieces. No maker marks are clearly visible in the provided image.
Condition report:
The collection is in play-worn condition throughout. Many of the metal figures exhibit significant paint loss, chipping, and surface oxidisation. Several items are damaged, featuring missing limbs, detached bases, or broken accessories. The plastic figures show signs of age-related wear and minor scuffing. This is a miscellaneous lot of loose items without original packaging.
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