Description: ESTATE ITEMFrom the mid 1960s from Horikawa...United States Gemini Space Capsule This listing is for a very collectable vintage friction drive Space tin toy, made in Japan by Horikawa, [Trade Mark SH]. It is thus dated Circa 1965/70. It follows the success of the Space Capsule Gemini launched into orbit in 1965. There is no damage and the lithographed finish is excellent on the tin throughout with the exception of the one area where some minor rusting exists; there are no cracks or damage to the 'see through' perspex which allow the pilots to be seen in position. The space craft moves forward on three wheels, the rear two providing friction power, the small front wheel does need to be replaced due to play wear from the 1960s [ It does not travel far !]. The vulnerable wire double aerials are long gone, there is no lithograph damage just some binding near the rust as pictured. The total length of the capsule is 6 ½ inches/158mm, and the front nose diameter is 1 ½ inches/40 mm, capsule stands 3 ½ inches/90 mm at the tallest point, all approximately. It is hoped that the images assist prospective buyers confirming their opinion on age, condition and quality of the item shown, and they form an essential part of the description.Item Pictured is the exact item that ships.Ships in protective cardboard box.GREAT FOR THE COLLECTOR OR INVESTORThis is from a large estate collection with more items coming over the next year. Items are fairly priced already, but will entertain offers that meet the criteria set in place. Please keep in mind the consignment proceeds go to the widow.Don't miss a chance to add this rare piece to your collectionShips well packaged with tissue/paper and in an eBay quality priority mail shipping box for added protection. -------------- * -------------Domestic Shipping: Please note that USPS continues to raise their freight/shipping costs (UPS and FedEx too!) and base their pricing on DIMS (Dim weight is the amount of space a package occupies in relation to its actual weight. For each shipment, you are charged based on the dimensional weight or actual weight of the package—whichever is greater.). They also base it on Zones, or the distance away from the shipper that you are. What Are USPS Zones?USPS zones are frequently misunderstood as being defined by some geographical area. USPS zones are actually defined by the distance a package must travel from its point of origin. Therefore, USPS zones will be specific to the eBay business and its distance from you the buyer. Zones range from Zone 1 (a destination within 50 miles) to Zone 9 (a destination far away from the eBay business). As we ship to locations farther away from our business, in higher USPS zones, shipping costs will increase. For quick reference, here are the criteria for USPS zones: Local: Destinations within the same Post OfficeZone 1: Destinations within 50 miles (outside of the Post Office) Zone 2: Destinations within 51-150 mile radius Zone 3: Destinations within 151-300 mile radius Zone 4: Destinations within 301-600 mile radius Zone 5: Destinations within 601-1000 mile radius Zone 6: Destinations within 1001-1400 mile radius Zone 7: Destinations within 1401-1800 mile radius Zone 8: Destinations within 1801 mile radius or farther Zone 9: Destinations within freely associated statesInternational Shipping: Please note that we leverage eBay's global shipping program. eBay coordinates all international shipping cost, we simply ship your item to the eBay freight forwarder in Illinois and they take care of the rest (freight, fees, export, import, etc.)
Price: 250 USD
Location: North Boston, New York
End Time: 2024-02-26T16:26:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Horikawa
Type: Space Craft
Year: 1966
Theme: US SPACE PROGRAM
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
