This auction features an extensive collection of vintage toys and miniatures, showcasing a diverse range of items that will appeal to collectors and enthusiasts alike. The centerpiece of the auction is an impressive array of die-cast miniature soldiers from makers such as Britains Ltd. Barclay Manoil, Lionel, CBG Mignot, Ducal, Frontline and more. These highly detailed figurines encompass a wide spectrum of historical periods and military units, including Queen's Guards, Civil War soldiers, and Roman gladiators. Notable sets include the Coronation procession of King George VI and various regimental bands.

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In addition to the die-cast collections, there is an extensive selection of Corgi die-cast vehicles, including iconic models like the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car, Yellow Submarine, and James Bond's Aston Martin. These Corgi toys span various themes, from pop culture references to classic cars and commercial vehicles.

For those interested in Americana, the auction presents a selection of cast iron toys and banks. Highlights include mechanical banks and fire engine replicas. Pressed steel toys from manufacturers like Structo and Keystone add to the vintage Americana theme.

The auction also features a variety of other collectible items. These include View-Master sets, vintage hand puppets, Disney and Howdy Doody pieces and a unique Italian Pinocchio figure set. 

Model aircraft enthusiasts will be drawn to the selection of die-cast and pressed steel planes, including models from Hubley and reproductions of iconic aircraft like the Spirit of St. Louis. The auction also includes several vintage promotional vehicles, such as Hess trucks and Coca-Cola branded items.

For those interested in more recent collectibles, the auction includes items like Transformers figures and Lego sets. There's also a selection of vintage board games and electronic toys, including a Tudor Electronic Football game.

Rounding out the collection are various banks, ranging from simple piggy banks to more elaborate mechanical and advertising banks for brands like Tootsie Roll and Mr. Peanut. The auction also includes a few unique items like a wooden whirligig and a Schoenhut wooden piano music box.

This auction offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of toys and collectibles throughout the 20th century, from early cast iron and tin lithograph items to more modern plastic and die-cast collectibles. It presents an opportunity for collectors to acquire pieces that span multiple eras and interests within the world of vintage toys and miniatures.

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