General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)
An assortment of British trade card albums and loose cards featuring subjects of aviation, motoring, steam railways, and astronomy. The collection includes a large promotional display card for The Golden Age of Flying depicting a de Havilland Mosquito (markings HT-E). Accompanying this are sets of The Golden Age of Flying trade cards housed in protective plastic sleeves, illustrating historical aircraft from early pioneers to mid-century fighters. Motoring interest is represented by two copies of Britain’s Motoring History published by Castella (Panatellas) and a copy of The Golden Age of Motoring issued by Doncella Cigars. Also included is a blue folder for The Donington Collection and an album titled In Search of Steam. A further set of cards focuses on astronomy and science, with subjects including the Milky Way, Aurora Borealis, radio telescopes, and various constellations such as Pegasus, Hercules, and Cassiopeia. These cards are also protected in plastic sleeves. Brands identified include Castella, Doncella Cigars, and The Donington Collection.
A ruler is visible at the base of the image showing a width of approximately 11 inches (28 cm).
Condition report:
The collection is in overall good condition. Most cards are well-preserved within plastic sleeves, retaining clear colours and sharp edges. The albums exhibit typical signs of shelf wear, including minor scuffing to edges and corners. No significant foxing, tears, or major structural damage is observed from visual inspection.
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