Corgi 200 British Leyland Mini 1000
Solid SILVER version of Corgi 200 British Leyland Mini 1000. Very, very near mint/not boxed. Sensational item from The Grove Collection. Originally sold through Sotheby's Auction House, in 1999 as part of the property of Marcel Van Cleemput, Chief Designer for Corgi. Starting bid £750. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
A truly beautiful and memorable display piece, this unique Corgi is composed of solid silver. With the casting from Corgi 200 British Leyland Mini 1000, this model has opening doors, interior detail and the Whizzwheel design on the wheels.
This model was produced by a jeweller in Birmingham who was proposing to release a range of solid silver models from the Corgi range. Model weighs 195 grams approx.
This project never came to fruition although this Mini model was sent to Marcel Van Cleemput, Chief Designer for Corgi. It is believed to be the only model from this range made.
Note that the Corgi logo was removed at time of making, although the other details remain.
This fine model was sold at the Sotheby’s Sale of the property of Marcel Van Cleemput.
Included is the Sotheby’s Auction Tag with the stamped date Dec. 1999 and a copy of the page from the catalogue.
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