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Matchbox Toys 1947 to 1998: Identification & Value Guide (Matchbox Toys)
Matchbox Toys 1947 to 1998 Identification Value Guide - Matchbox Toys Author:Dana Johnson More than 400 color photos are featured with complete descriptions and values for the thousands of fun toys. Virtually every Matchbox toy made form 1947 to 1998 is included. The text is arranged in a format that makes identification simple and brings collectors up to date on models produced after 1982. Johnson has arranged the listings by model ... more »number to provide an historical view of the development of the Matchbox line and to allow model location by vintage. He even provides an alphabetical listing of model names for quick reference, and information on Matchbox Toys not covered in previous editions. 1999 values. AUTHORBIO: Dana Johnson is an authority on collectible toy cars, including Matchbox, Hot Wheels, and many diecast models. His extensive personal collection includes mostly diecast models from all over the world. He has written several books: Matchbox Toys, 1947 to 2003, Toy Car Collector's Guide, and Collector's Guide to Diecast Toys Scale Models. REVIEW: This book will have collectors racing to the bookstores. It begins with a brief background on Matchbox cars, then presents hundreds of listings by model number. Finally, a helpful index offers a valuable cross-reference for the reader.« less