7,800.00 USD
Exceptionally RARE and extremely difficult to find and acquire.
There are only a handful of these that have been made available in the last 20 yrs.
Britain's Noah's Ark Set 1550
Made by Wm. Britain's England, makers of cast lead figures and toy soldiers.
This toy was produced some say, to provide children with a toy that could be played with on 'Sunday' as war toys were not allowed for play on that day.
The set consists of 25 pieces.
Printed Cardboard + Paper Ark which serves as storage for the figures. The Ark consists of 2 pieces or sections. The top 'house form' lifts off of the vessel hull. There is a rectangular cavity to store the figures when not in play.
Noah and his Wife. (These were pulled from the Middle Eastern Peoples set 1313 by Britain)
2 Elephants
2 Rhinocerous
2 Polar Bears __ One Standing / One Walking
2 Lion + Lioness
2 Llamas
2 Wolves
2 Guernon Monkeys
2 Storks
2 Baby Kangaroos
2 Walking Bear Cubs
2 Penguins
The pieces in this set are COMPLETE and CORRECT. They are original to the set, and have not been accumulated from elsewhere to complete the set.
The size of the Paper Ark is approx __ 12" long x 7" high x 6" wide.
Condition __ The set is in Very Good to Excellent ORIGINAL condition.
There are some very minor scuffs to the edges of the Ark. ALL seams are intact and there are no tears or rips to the edges or corners of the structure. There is some discoloration of the printed areas. Original printed identification on the bottom surface of the Arks hull is very visible and legible. Please see provided photos for details.
Additional photos can be provided on request. I can only place 5 here.
Price is commensurate with previous selling prices, availability, and scarcity.
I highly doubt there is another one available in the world, at this time, in this condition.
This piece is highly sought after and would be an awesome addition to any collection.
Please contact me for questions, details, photos, and general conversation regarding the piece.
I would be happy to discuss.
THIS ITEM IS NOT RETURNABLE OR REFUNDABLE, so please ask any questions prior to considering its purchase.
Shipping.
I can ship this item, however, I am not responsible for damages or loss that may occur in transit.
Insurance, Customs Fees and Duties are the responsibility of the buyer.
Please contact me to discuss.
SHIPPING NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE.
Available for PICK UP as well. I may also be able to deliver this within a reasonable distance of my location.
Thanks !!