Robot toys that was released in the late 1970′s
They resemble C3PO and R2D2, but they were’nt. The C3PO lookalike was about 10 inches high, it had a silver body like C3PO, but the head was a green alien. The R2D2 (if I remember correctly) was black and I think it had robot arms. I don’t remember what they were called other then maybe Galaxy Wars.
They were not the Micronuts action figures.
I do remember that at the time I saw them on the toy store shelf they also had the first Alien action figure that was also about 10 inches high from the movie Alien.
I know I saw them cause I bugged my parents for a while to buy it for me, but they never did.
I’ve gone to book stores to find it in the toy collectables books, but its not listed. then again I dont remember what the toys were called. I have gone online and I’ll find other toys in the era but not these.
They were clearly Star Wars Knockoffs, and that may be the reason they dont exist at all.
Does anyone know what they were called, remembers them, or were I could find them?
Collectible Cars
Die Cast Cars – Replicas
Executive Summary about collectible cars by Gregory Jean
Die cast cars began as scaled down models of various types’ vehicles and are constructed of plastic and metal parts. These miniature replicas were first introduced around 1942 and became sensationalized by the toy company, in 1947. In 1968 Matchbox Toys introduced these cars into their United States market and the phenomenon blossomed.Many well known companies chose the cars as marketing tools and in the nineteen fifties these miniature models were highly sought after for their collectible appeal. With the passing of time the cars became available in various scales but the 1:43 scale remained the most popular with collectors across the world.
Other popular details are the rotating tires and the way the tires turn left and right with the scaled down steering wheel.
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Collectible Plates
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Collecting American Artistic Glassware
Executive Summary about collectible plates by Eddie Lamb
Beautiful artistic glassware was a symbol of luxury in Europe and Asia before America was an independent country. No matter how harsh life is Americans find a way to bring beautiful items into their homes.
You could collect French artistic glassware from Provence, or Imperial Russian artistic glassware. A uniquely American collection of artistic glassware might not be as elegant, delicate, or beautiful as some other collections, but it could celebrate the American spirit. Depression Glass
Depression glass is probably the most collected American artistic glassware. Depression glass was poor-quality glassware made during the 1930′s and 1940′s. Depression glass was cheap, poor quality, easily obtainable – and beautiful. At a time when people could barely afford to keep body and soul together, they collected these beautiful pink, green, or blue pieces of artistic glassware. Milk Glass
The Fenton glass company opened in 1905, and they have created a number of patterns and designs of glassware. One of the more collectible is milk glass. Milk glass pieces are white with a hobnail texture. Some milk glass has a faint blue cast, similar to skim milk. Other manufacturers have made milk glass, but Fenton glass is the most popular.
It started to produce milk glass and other artistic glassware items in the 1950′s. Carnival Glass
Another product introduced by Fenton glass was carnival glass. They began marketing carnival glass just prior to WWI. Carnival glass continues to be produced today.
Anchor Hocking, Pyrex, and Fostoria glassware are all American collectibles. Collecting American artistic glassware is one way to celebrate the American spirit.
Art Collecting As A Hobby
Executive Summary about collectible plates by Bercle George
Collecting is a fun hobby, and one of the most interesting things to collect are art collectibles. Many different items can be painted with artwork and become an art collectible. People even collect designer rugs as art. Another art collectible hobby is collecting limited edition plates, thimbles, Christmas ornaments, and figurines produced by such companies as Bradford Exchange. And of course, many people collect fine art paintings.
The person with an art collectible hobby will probably find his or her own favorite artists whose works they appreciate. A person of more modest means can collect art too, however. Most art museum gift shops offer high quality, glossy postcards printed with some of their more notable acquisitions. By buying those cards one really appreciates, anyone can have an art collection.
Ebay is a good source of art collectibles whatever type of art or collectible you fancy. Other ideas for inexpensively collecting art collectibles are scouring flea markets, thrift shops, and garage sales. Because of the local flavor of some artwork, art collectibles make good travel souvenirs. Similarly, collectors can find local artist almost everywhere. An art collectible hobby will keep you interested in life and give you a home filled with art masterpieces as well. If you enjoy pretty and interesting things around you, consider starting an art collectible hobby today.
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Model Hobbies
Executive Summary about model hobbies by Peter Jaystore
Model hobbies are things that children or adults can do which can be educational and have a lasting impact. One model that I had when I was younger was the skeleton of a dinosaur. I also had model cars and model airplanes. The model cars and planes were not self assembled though, we purchased them already completed. After building my dinosaur, I played with it like a regular toy, making it viciously attack and kill the other toys. Later my dinosaur skeleton sat on the book shelf in my bedroom for many years.
A model toy or build it yourself model kit can be both and exciting toy to play with, along with giving someone a sense of accomplishment. Everyone likes to build things, and when you are done your model hobby makes you feel like you have done something constructive. There are many different types of models that you can build. I have seen model airplanes, model houses, model cars, model animals and dinosaurs, model helicopters, and model shuttles. Whatever you are interested in there is probably a model for it somewhere. If not, Read more
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Favorite Hobbies – Model Airplanes
Executive Summary about airplane model by Peter Jaystore
Building model airplanes or flying radio control airplanes is a popular hobby. There are also people who are just avid airplane fans and like to collect handcrafted mahogany airplanes, which are a little more expensive, but worth it to those are really interested in Model Airplanes. Mahogany is a fine type of wood that the planes are designed from. Many types of nice furniture are designed from mahogany. Mahogany model airplanes are hand crafted. Each plane is carved individually from mahogany wood. An is nice models for display. Mahogany airplanes can be used for toys for kids, as well, albeit expensive toys. They could be a nice decoration to your child’s room or dresser though, if they love model airplanes. Mahogany model airplanes are a luxury brand of model airplane designs.
Mahogany airplanes can come in many sizes. A miniature mahogany model airplane can add to the personality of one’s office. At Variety Access, an online hobby store, you can find a variety of mahogany model airplanes. Variety Access sells airplanes manufactured by Aircraft Models Corp. Aircraft Models Corp. does all of the hand craft designs and paint for all of its planes. At Variety Access, you can find hundreds of selections of model aircraft in categories including World War I era planes, World War II model airplanes, civilian aircraft throughout the twentieth century and current civilian aircraft, commercial aircraft, and world record aircraft. Collecting model aircraft, especially high quality, hand crafted mahogany model airplanes, can be a fun, interesting and constructive hobby that anyone can enjoy. Whether you are interested in just hand craft wood objects, airplanes in general, or history, model airplanes may be the hobby for you.
Model Airplane
Is there any end to the fun you can have with a model airplane. Think of all of the things that you can do with a model airplane. First of all, if you get a model airplane kit, then you get to put it all together, and if that is not fun, then I do not know what is. If you get an airplane that is already fully assembled, well, you are missing out on a little part of the fun of building one, but at least your plane will probably look a little better and be assembled a little better than it would you build it yourself.
Once your model airplane is assembled, or if you got preassembled, the possibilities of fun with it are endless. You can fly it around the house or the office. What is fun is if you have two model airplanes and then you can make them dog-fight each other. If you have cool co-workers, on the other hand, they may want to get their own planes, and then you can fly your model airplanes around the office together and have dog fights with each other. It might remind them of their time in the military when they were flying in the very airplane that is on their desk, except the airplane in their desk is a little bit smaller. So what is the downside of having a model airplane or how can there be an end to the fun? Well first of all, because model airplanes are so much fun, somebody could steal it. That is something you have to be careful about with your model airplane. You never know if that one co-worker might just sneak into your office and slip away with it. Another thing you can do with model airplanes is burn them and throw them while they are on fire.
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Do You Know Your Coin Collecting Value?
Executive Summary about collectible coins by Frederic Madore
The first thing to do would be to have an expert evaluating your coin collecting value. I would even go further by having multiple expert conducting coin appraisals on your collection. The expert or coin dealers have the knowledge to help you find you coin collecting value. The value of your coin should be approximately what you expect to pay when you sell your collection.
Before seeing any expert you might want to gather information about the various coins that can be added to your collection. There is also the reference section in your local library that should contain quality information about coin collecting value and the coin grading process.
You can even buy some eBooks that explain in detail the process of coin grading and coin collecting value. An important point you need to be aware of in the world of coin collecting is that the value of your coins is always changing. So the nest time you come across a book or an article that can help you understand further the process of coin grading and evaluating your coin collecting value don’t hesitate to read it and learn more.
At the end of the day learning everything you can about the coin collecting value of different coins will help you understand and most of all determine what is considered a valuable coin. There are many places like coin shops you can find to buy coins or just examine them to improve your coin grading skills.
Coin Collecting Values
Executive Summary about collectible coins by Sean Lannin
Most of us that begin collecting coins do so only as a hobby, we are not concerned with coin collecting values. The hobby is a rewarding choice, especially if you make the effort to study and learn about coins. After we have learned the basics we can then start concerning ourselves with the coin collecting values. It is important to learn what affects the prices of coins, and to purchase the reference materials needed to learn about coin values.
Grading coins is one element of coin collecting values. Grade refers to the condition of a coin, and basically tells us whether a coin is in good shape or not. You can begin by collecting coins from circulation. The coins you use everyday are circulated coins, your bank is also a great source for circulated coins.
We can learn more about grading and circulated coins from books, websites, and coin clubs. Consider joining the American Numismatic Association if you are really serious about starting to collect coins. After we develop the necessary experience we can turn our attention to higher coin collecting values, perhaps this mean getting involved with un-circulated coins which is the highest level of grading.
Coin collecting is a fun hobby that we can begin with very little money and in a short period of time. Learning about coin collecting values is no different, start by purchasing circulated coins and continue your study of the hobby. Find information from books, websites, and coin club resources.
After you have mastered the basics you can begin investing in higher coin collecting values.
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