Description: Fifty Seven Wade Whimsies from the Second English Whimsies Series 1971-1980 There were 60 animals released as part of the second English Whimsies between 1971 and 1980 in 12 lots of five animals. The collection for sale is 50 of those animals with seven doubles to show different colourways. Some of these were also released as part of the Red Rose and other series so the ones shown may be from those other collections. In the photo, I have organised from the first series going backward, noting faults and missing from each set. 1971 Set 1: Fawn (chip on base), Rabbit, Mongrel, Kitten (chip on tail), Spaniel, 1972 Set 2: Duck (chip on tail), Corgi(chipped ear), Beaver, Bush Baby, Fox, 1972 Set 3: Bear Cub, Otter, Setter, Owl, Trout, 1973 Set 4: Chimp, Hippo, Lion, , Elephant x 2 (different sizes), Giraffe (chipped ear),1974 Set 5: Squirrel(chip on ear), Field Mouse, Pine Marten, Hedgehog, Missing: Alsatian, 1975 Set 6: Collie, Cow, Pig (crack), Horse, Lamb1976 Set 7: Camel, Zebra x 2 (different colours), Leopard, Gorilla, Rhino x 3 (two in last row- different colours)1977 Set 8: Donkey x 2, Owl, Missing: Cat, Mouse, Ram1978 Set 9: Turtle (different shapes), Missing Dolphin, Pelican, Angel Fish, Seahorse1979 Set10: Kangaroo, Orangutan, Tiger (missing ear), Koala Bear x 3 (two in back row in different colours), Langur1979 Set 11: Bison, Bluebird, Bull frog, Wild Boar, Racoon1980 Set 12: Walrus, Polar Bear, Missing: Penguin, Seal Pup, Husky, Size: varies - approx 4 - 5cm tall. Total weight before packing: 1.1kg Most are in good condition, with nine having some fault as detailed abovePlease check photo's as they form part of the description and condition. When buying used or vintage items, expect some aging, wear and minor imperfections - chips, cracks and major scratches/crazing are noted.Every effort is made to correctly title and describe items. If you think the title or description is wrong, then please contact me before making an offer/buying this item.All items are sent via Australia Post Trackable Parcel Post. Postage is free to Australian addressesAll items are well wrapped in bubble wrap and paper and sent in boxes in order to provide the best protection. I encourage people to use the Best Offer however offers less than my costs (purchase, postage & fees) are automatically declined. Visit my store to see other collectables and curios.
Price: 160 AUD
Location: Belmont, WA
End Time: 2024-11-09T11:40:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: 37.06 AUD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Origin: England
Antique: No
Shape: Animals
Material: Porcelain
MPN: None
Subject: Animals
Colour: Multicoloured
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Wade
Type: Ornament
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Theme: Animals
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Production Technique: Pottery
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Handmade: No
Product Line: Whimsies