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1/16" Titanic Model by Bassett-Lowke Northampton Description: Vectis Auctions Ltd intends to Auction this Titanic Scale Model on behalf of its owners on May 16th 2012 at the Vectis Auction house in Thornaby, Stockton-on Tees, England. Since UK Professional Toy & Model industry have been gradually shifting east and remaining professional model makers in the UK are being pressured by the economic down turn. Whilst authentic UK models in such pristine condition are harder to find by the day, Economic prospects of owning an antique Titanic artifacts always remains a better investment than the stock market or real estate for that matter, a global niche audience is expected to register interest and attend the auction. This magnificent realistic scale model is Manufactured by Bassett-Lowke of Northampton, the replica is an outstanding handcrafted 1/16th model of RMS Titanic, accurately detailed and finished to a high professional standard and in Mint original condition, the model is 4' 6" (137 cm) and is mounted on four metal stands, in its original perspex wooden case with legend, Case 5' 10" (178cm). Bassett-Lowke was a toy company in Northampton, England, founded by Wenman Joseph Bassett-Lowke in 1898 or 1899, that specialized in model railways, boats and ships, and construction sets. Bassett-Lowke started as a mail-order business, although it designed and manufactured some items. Media Inquiries: Louise Harker Vectis Auctions Ltd, Fleck Way, Thornaby, Stockton on Tees, TS17 9JZ Worlds Largest Toy Auction House T: +44 (0) 1642 750616 F: +44 (0) 1642 769478 Submitter :webmaster - More Photos from webmaster Last Update: 2012/4/25 7:59   Hits: 24472   Comments: 0

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