G.M.E.M. - Tin toy box - G.M.E.M. - Gioco educativo d'epoca "Ufficio Postale" - Straordinariamente Completo - Italia - Anni - 1930-1940 - Italy

G.M.E.M. - Vintage Educational Game from the Era "Post Office" - Awesomely Complete - Italy - 1930s/40s
Description:
Rare and fascinating vintage educational game from the era "Post Office", produced in Italy (brand G.M.E.M.) between the late 1930s and the 1940s. This set allowed children of the time to simulate all the activities of a real postal counter, faithfully reproducing the official forms of the period.
The game stands out for its extraordinarily complete level and preservation. The interior of the box, divided into its original compartments, includes:
• Multiple intact pads of Postal Money Order forms ("Amministrazione delle Poste").
• Period-era Telegram forms (Ufficio Telegrafico - Mod. 26).
• Numerous complete series and strips of vintage toy stamps in various colors and denominations.
• Illustrated postcards, vintage envelopes (some with period-authentic handwriting) and small letters.
• The precious original inner box for the stamp and ink pad ("Timbro e Tampone").
The outer box cover features a wonderful and detailed period illustration depicting a post office, a royal crest letterbox, and children in historical clothing with a small dog.
• Country of production: Italy (G.M.E.M.)
• Period: 1930s / 1940s
• Box dimensions: Approximately 42 x 28 cm (as documented by the measuring tape in the photos)
Conditions and details:
• Condition: Excellent original vintage condition. The box is solid and structurally intact, with the normal and slight signs of aging and wear along the edges and corners that enrich its historic patina.
• Components: The inner paper material is clean, the colors of the stamps are vivid, and the prints are perfectly legible. An exceptional piece that miraculously survived the use by children of the era.
A true piece of Italian costume and vintage toy history, ideal for collectors of antique games or enthusiasts of postal history.
The attached images show in detail the offered specimen and are an integral part of the description.
Professional, careful, tracked, and insured shipping.

Rare and fascinating vintage educational playset "Ufficio Postale" (Post Office), produced in Italy (G.M.E.M. brand) between the late 1930s and the 1940s. This set allowed children of the era to simulate all the activities of a real post office counter, faithfully reproducing the official administrative forms of the period.
The game stands out for its extraordinary level of completeness and preservation. The interior of the box, divided into its original green compartments, includes:
• Multiple intact pads of official-style Postal Money Order forms ("Amministrazione delle Poste").
• Vintage Telegram forms (Ufficio Telegrafico - Mod. 26).
• Numerous complete strips and sheets of vintage toy stamps in various colors and denominations.
• Illustrated postcards, vintage envelopes (some featuring period-authentic handwriting), and small letters.
• The highly collectible original small inner box for the stamp and ink pad ("Timbro e Tampone").
The outer box lid features a wonderful and detailed period illustration depicting a post office counter, a royal-crested letterbox, and children in historical attire playing with a dog.
• Country of Origin: Italy (G.M.E.M.)
• Period: 1930s / 1940s
• Box Dimensions: Approx. 42 x 28 cm (as documented by the tape measure in the photos)
Condition and Details:
• Condition Status: Excellent original vintage condition. The cardboard box is structurally solid and intact, showing only normal, light signs of age-wear along the edges and corners, which enhance its historic patina.
• Components: The inner paper materials are remarkably clean, the stamp colors are vivid, and the typography remains perfectly legible. An exceptional set that has miraculously survived childhood play intact.
An authentic piece of Italian social and toy history, ideal for collectors of antique educational games or postal history enthusiasts.
The attached photographs provide a detailed view of the actual item offered and are an integral part of the description.
Professional, carefully packed, tracked, and insured shipping.