Themed collection - Miniature Figures & Souvenirs - WNF & Various Makers

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This lot contains five vintage metal miniatures and souvenirs, including a 1987 Dutch WNF Noah’s Ark figurine, a WWI French-Belgian patriotic shoe, a South African Kruger National Park lion pencil sharpener, a hallmarked European pewter miniature typewriter and a Thai herbal inhaler.

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Contents of the lot: 5 individual vintage metal and pewter miniature curiosities and travel souvenirs. No manuals or booklets are included.
Shipping Method: Tracked Small Package Shipping

A unique, diverse collection of 5 vintage regional metal miniatures, souvenirs, and curious collectibles:

1. 1987 Dutch WNF (WWF) 25th Anniversary Noah's Ark Figurine: Cast from 95% pewter (tin), marked "CM 95% TIN" on the green felt base with the motto "Kies voor de Natuur". Features an elephant and giraffe.
2. WWI Patriotic Miniature Shoe (Sabot): A historic French-Belgian souvenir from the 1914-1918 era. Features enameled flags, the French "RF" emblem, and a relief portrait of King Albert I of Belgium on the heel.
3. Kruger National Park Lion Sharpener: A vintage functional novelty desk pencil sharpener from South Africa with a detailed metal lion on top and an enamel park shield.
4. Triple-Hallmarked Miniature Typewriter: A finely detailed European pewter miniature figure featuring three distinct maker hallmark shields on the reverse side.
5. Jarungjit Thai Herbal Inhaler: An ornate traditional aromatic repository from Thailand with intricate repoussé relief metal work. Includes full commercial label and modern expiration stamp on the base.

All items show minor age-appropriate patina and remain in solid, highly collectible condition. Please examine the photos carefully for precise condition details.

Contents of the lot: 5 individual vintage metal and pewter miniature curiosities and travel souvenirs. No manuals or booklets are included.
Shipping Method: Tracked Small Package Shipping

A unique, diverse collection of 5 vintage regional metal miniatures, souvenirs, and curious collectibles:

1. 1987 Dutch WNF (WWF) 25th Anniversary Noah's Ark Figurine: Cast from 95% pewter (tin), marked "CM 95% TIN" on the green felt base with the motto "Kies voor de Natuur". Features an elephant and giraffe.
2. WWI Patriotic Miniature Shoe (Sabot): A historic French-Belgian souvenir from the 1914-1918 era. Features enameled flags, the French "RF" emblem, and a relief portrait of King Albert I of Belgium on the heel.
3. Kruger National Park Lion Sharpener: A vintage functional novelty desk pencil sharpener from South Africa with a detailed metal lion on top and an enamel park shield.
4. Triple-Hallmarked Miniature Typewriter: A finely detailed European pewter miniature figure featuring three distinct maker hallmark shields on the reverse side.
5. Jarungjit Thai Herbal Inhaler: An ornate traditional aromatic repository from Thailand with intricate repoussé relief metal work. Includes full commercial label and modern expiration stamp on the base.

All items show minor age-appropriate patina and remain in solid, highly collectible condition. Please examine the photos carefully for precise condition details.

Details

Number of objects
5
Type
Miniature Figures & Souvenirs
Brand
WNF & Various Makers
Period
Early 20th century
Country of origin
Belgium, Netherlands, South Africa, Thailand
Condition
Very good
The NetherlandsVerified
60
Objects sold
81.82%
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