{"product_id":"vintage-meccano-blackpool-tower-construction-set-game-original-storage-box-c1950","title":"Vintage Meccano Blackpool Tower Construction Set Game Original Storage Box c1950","description":"Vintage Meccano Blackpool Tower Construction Set Game Original Storage Box c1950\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid 20th Century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA wonderful \u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eMeccano construction of the Blackpool tower and box. \u003c\/strong\u003eThis impressive piece is believed to have been used as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"268\"\u003edealer display model\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing the creative possibilities of Meccano construction sets.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eThe tower is constructed from the classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"431\"\u003ered and green Meccano metal plates and girders\u003c\/strong\u003e, recreating the famous Blackpool landmark. Models such as this were often assembled for shop displays or exhibitions to promote Meccano sets and inspire young builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eIncluded with the model is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eoriginal Meccano storage box\u003c\/strong\u003e containing lots of \u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"747\"\u003espare parts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"747\"\u003eA fantastic piece to display in a games or hobby room, retail space or toy shop. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eMeccano is a renowned metal construction toy manufactured in Britain by Liverpool based clerk Frank Hornby. Originally designed to teach engineering principles to children, it grew into a global, iconic recognised brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 42.5cm x 47cm x Height 140cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Good - It has been unwired but appears to all be ready to just wire up again and get working - The mechanism is functioning fine when manually doing it. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem No. 8638\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52822499328342,"sku":"227252275952","price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/57_9ef23d4e-268a-4d42-a32c-7dbf86a6d591.jpg?v=1773471367","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/vintage-meccano-blackpool-tower-construction-set-game-original-storage-box-c1950","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}