This Tri-ang Minic M732 SS VARICELLA is a great addition to any vintage toy collector's collection. Made of diecast metal and built in the United Kingdom between 1958-64, this 1/1200 scale replica of a Shell Oil tanker is a beautiful piece of British history. The attention to detail on this model is impressive and it's clear that it was crafted with the utmost care. The Tri-ang brand is well-known for producing high-quality diecast models, and this one is no exception. Whether you're a collector or just someone looking to add a unique piece to your toy collection, this SS Varicella is sure to impress.FREE POSTAGE( uk only).
This is the classic Triang Minic Ships model of the tanker SS 'Varicella', very beautifully restored as an example of an Esso tanker. These Triang models were made of durable metal castings, with plastic masts and kept me happy for many hours as a child. They are now doing the same for me as an adult!
Educational? Yes, as these models take you back to a time when Britain really did rule the waves (at least to some extent) and when we had a Merchant fleet. The models are fair representations of vessels that were around at the time, now passed into history.
The seller kindly provided some additional transfers to go on the Minic oil tanks and I have uploaded a picture to show what a great job has been done on this ship, which is posed alongside the tanker berth at my 'temporary oil terminal'. She has been joined by a BP version of 'Varicella' from the same seller and to the same high quality.
I am very happy with this product!