The yesteryear book 1956 to 1993 matchbox mcgimpsey, kevin and stewart orr on. The yesteryear book 1956 to 1996, compiled by kevin mcgimpsey and stewart orr. Matchbox models of yesteryear austin diecast vehicles for. Matchbox produced this toy model from 1960 to 1963, issued first with the kent fire brigade livery and grey horses. Matchbox fire engine 1905 shand mason steam pumper maas.
Matchbox yesteryear models pricevalue guide, valuation. The yesteryear book 1956 to 2000 millennium edition by orr. Matchbox is a popular toy brand which was introduced by lesney products in 1953, and is now owned by mattel, inc, which purchased the brand in 1997. The following information is provided to assist you in that endeavor. Jack odell had identified a market for steam driven models and so the allchin steam engine plus three others were produced and shown at the 1956 toy and trade fair in birmingham.
The original version of the bible affectionately known as the white book this was the original listing from 1956 to 1993. Matchbox lesney yesteryear 3 a e class tramcar roof. Red type 1 smooth, no raised panel effect one piece. There are several guides to choose from on the internet, and in book form. The new collectors guide in english and hard cover bound provides even more description and explanation of model and lesney box versions than the sixhundredpage big book of matchbox models of yesteryear 19561972. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. My book page has a fairly complete matchbox literature bibliography with some priceguides. View topic nick jones moko lesney matchbox collecting. The models of yesteryear range of diecast models of vintage vehicles was introduced by lesney, producer of the matchbox series, in 1956. Matchbox models of yesteryear y10 rolls royce silver ghost. Superfast and yesteryears model code numbers are from the book matchbox toys by nancy schiffer. Matchbox fire engine 1905 shand mason steam pumper.
The body side panels are lime as is the rear body panel. Matchbox various scale the yesteryear book 19562000. Vintage matchbox web site information steve beckett. Buy online, view images and see past prices for matchbox, the yesteryear book 19562000 millennium edition, as new plus 7 matchbox moy calendars.
Matchbox models of yesteryear y123 ford model t van suze issue 12 scarce to find condition is used. Vintage matchbox models of yesteryear y10 mercedes 36220 1928. Millennium edition by kevin mcgimpsey across multiple fileformats including epub, doc, and pdf. Rarer variation with screw to rear of base, not rivet. Lists of matchbox by year matchbox cars wiki fandom. The yesteryear book 1956 to 2000 millennium edition matchbox. For general purposes, charlie macks encyclopedia of matchbox toys, updated with the 3rd edition in 2002, has fairly complete coverage of all matchbox toys. Toys 3rd edition by charlie mack to code superfast and yesteryears models. Very hard to find, low print run, a must for true collectors. Prehled vsech zakladnich modelu serie models of yesteryear.
Matchbox models of yesteryear y123 ford model t van suze. This is a matchbox models of yesteryear 1905 shand mason horse drawn fire engine, reference number y42, made in england by lesney products and co. The model has a light green body and chassis, running boards and wheel arches. Matchbox toys guide to value, marks, history worthpoint. The most common matchbox yesteryear material is wood. This is not an overspray version but is the model described in the yesteryear book 2002 as issue 11. A price list of lesney matchbox yesteryears old diecast toys. The liptons tea livery was the first in a series of 11 versions of the talbot van with different company logos. A price list of lesney matchbox yesteryears old diecast.
All issue numbers quoted from the yesteryear book 1956 2002 edition. By kevin mcglimsey and stewart orr, hardback cover edition. Started in 1948 with small lie of different size toys the company changed in 1953 to. Millennium edition matchbox collectibles by mcgimpsey, kevin, and orr, stewart editors. It comes packed in the original maroon coloured box. This model is the matchbox yesteryear y3 crossley 1918 in the guise of a worthingtons beer bottle truck. Matchbox collectibles yesteryear yym37636 dodge power wagon. This website stores cookies on your computer to improve and customise your browsing experience. The yesteryear book 1956 to 1996, compiled by kevin mcgimpsey and stewart orr, produced by m.
Matchbox toys by nancy schiffer english hardcover book free shipping. Matchbox collectibles yesteryear yym37636 dodge power. Matchbox models of yesteryear the yesteryear book 1956 2002 this last a5 size ring binder issue was the last to be issued excellent plus. Fully updated and in handy, ring bound keep a check of what you have or are looking for. Matchbox yesteryear y15 rolls royce silver ghost green front seat. Matchbox cars wiki is a fandom lifestyle community. Marks matchbox models of yesteryear collection frames version. The yesteryear book 1956 2002 the new current version of the bible superb listing and the best around. Yesteryear book 19561996 mcgimpsey, kevin, orr, stewart on. Matchbox models of yesteryear y15 packard victoria. Newly discovered variations of models and the lesney box section were also updated. Matchbox models of yesteryear preproduction y19 1905 fowler showmans engine. There are plenty of other catalogs listings by philip bowdidge of england on superfast as well as regular wheel models plus an extensive catalog from charlie mack with monthly updates in. The matchbox yesteryears book is an essential book for any serious collector.
Yellow body black chassis glossy black roof seats black wheels bright red 12 spoke rear doors black type 2 rare to find the yesteryear book 1956 2002. Uk post seems to be working really well again now, and we are posting every day as usual. This model is a limited edition model issued by chris king diecast models, castings produced by autocraft see above. Take the values with a grain of salt, and take into consideration the current state of the economy to make educated. Matchbox cars and vehicles matchbox has a long and interesting history for the collector as it has changed hands many times with new and old series being introduced through the years. The brand grew to encompass a broad range of toys, including larger scale diecast models, plastic model kits. The bible for yesteryear collectors and the one to which all models and. Matchbox yesteryear y15 rolls royce silver ghost rear seat green.
Following is a list of all the publications on matchbox that i am aware of. Enjoy finding old and new vehicles in the 175 series, models of yesteryear, major. Matchbox models of yesteryear y15 1930 packard victoria. Matchbox lesney yesteryear 9 a fowler showmans engine front wheel. Matchbox models of yesteryear y 1918 crossley raf tender. Toy, matchbox van, 1927 talbot van, y54b, liptons tea. Matchbox models of yesteryear the yesteryear book 1956 2002 this last a5 size ring binder issue was the last to be issued excellent plus unmarked. See todays matchbox yesteryear models for sale, best offer and auction. This version also has the small r sign on the box top following yesteryear this is.
Mar 25, 2021 tyco, in turn, was purchased by mattel in 1997. Code 2 matchbox yesteryear y65 austin 7 van the yesteryear book 1996 ltd ed. The yesteryear book 1956 to 2000, millennium edition. Matchbox yesteryear book 1956 to 2002 from mica kevin. It is packed in an original type j maroon coloured box with special code 3 reproduction label and a separate label indicating it was produced by chris king diecast. Matchbox models of yesteryear y 1936 ss 100 jaguar as issue 15 white p. New listing 1981 matchbox models of yesteryear y21 ford model a general store diecast. A must have book, the bible for yesteryear collectors. Abu muhammad abd almalik bin hisham ibn ayyub alhimyari almuafiri alba. This is a matchbox models of yesteryear 1927 talbot van, reference number y54, finished in a liptons tea livery. Matchbox models of yesteryear the yesteryear book 1956 2000millenium edition hardback issue covering the full range of matchbox models of yesteryear, this issue is also signed by the authors ke. Matchbox, the yesteryear book 19562000 millennium edition.
Included are history and other information and for each model a photograph, original cost in. Matchbox models of yesteryear values matchbox, matchbox. Ranges from the first series right through to the modern series. Dec 28, 2009 the yesteryear book 1956 to 1996, compiled by kevin mcgimpsey and stewart orr, produced by m. Ys65 1928 special limited edition austin 7 collection. There are plenty of other catalogs listings by philip bowdidge of england on superfast as well as regular wheel models plus an extensive catalog from charlie mack with monthly updates in his newsletter. Matchbox, the yesteryear book 19562000 millennium edition, as new plus 7 matchbox moy calendars. Models of yesteryear archives matchbox collectors forum. Matchbox lesney diecast toy books franks matchbox lesney page.
Matchbox models of yesteryear the yesteryear book 19562002 this last a5 size ring binder issue was the last to be issued excellent plus. So far he has released several different catalogs including the encyclopedia of matchbox toys. A very clean, virtually unworn example of the first edition, 1985, ring bound matchbox collecti. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about matchbox yesteryear. Matchbox lesney yesteryear b daimler grill center black plastic insert. Diecast metal with plastic parts the ford model t colloquially known as the tin lizzie, leaping lena, or flivver is an automobile produced by ford motor company from october 1, 1908, to may 26.
Book has 448 pages full of information about all the items that came out of the matchbox factory during those years. Matchbox and hot wheels now were owned by the same company. Many models of yesteryear collectors agree that the official reference books for. The yesteryear book 1956 to 2000 the millennium edition. Toys with war gaming or terrain uses forum dakkadakka.
Matchbox, a collection of twentytwo models of yesteryear, most boxed, 1. I could of listed as brand new but i have owned it for many years. A tour around marks matchbox models of yesteryear collection with pictures, history and lots of other stuff for matchbox addicts. I believe this may be a limited edition model by d. Matchbox models yesteryear great world beer ygb11 whitbread 1922 foden steam. Jack odell had identified a market for steam driven models and so the allchin steam engine plus three others were produced and. This model is the matchbox yesteryear y261a crossley 1918 in powder blue with glossy black chassis and light olive front cab tilt with white lowenbrau on a powder blue background on the rear deck sides. In 2002, matchbox issued a line of special edition cars to mark its 50th anniversary. Jaguar with white body, small headlights condition used. The toy van was made in england by lesney products and co. March 21, 2020 matchbox models of yesteryear y65 special limited edition austin 7 collection. Lesneys matchbox toyscharlie mack 20010101 an informative book by.
Matchbox models of yesteryear ys65 special limited edition. Models of yesteryear catalogue 1st by matchbox club. Matchbox models of yesteryear y 1936 ss 100 jaguar as issue. The brand was given its name because the original diecast matchbox toys were sold in boxes similar to those in which matches were sold.
Matchbox models of yesteryear y151 1907 rolls royce silver ghost. It is one of a range of collectable toysmodels made by the company up to the1980searly 1990s aimed at children of over 8 years and adults. Some early models were oversprayed in the factory in the new colour scheme using parts already sprayed in the. Matchbox, a collection of twentytwo models of yesteryear, most.
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