SPACECAPSULE “GEMINI”
This Gemini Space Capsule was made inJapan by S.H in the 1960s. It carriesPatent no. 206733.
The capsule and its box are completelyoriginal, including internal packaging.
The Gemini is tinplate, friction driveand beautifully lithographed.
The windshield and engine exhaust areplastic. The two tyres to the drivewheels are rubber and the nose wheel is plastic. The external spaceman is tinplate, again beautifullylithographed as is the internal pilot.
The external spaceman is attached to thecapsule by a sprung metal extension arm.
The box states that there is an enginenoise (the friction) with spark and beep beep noise. The flint has yet to wear in, I think, and Ican’t hear a beep beep (this is presumably a mechanical noise as there are nobatteries) but this capsule needs oiling and then perhaps the noise will becameapparent.
Gemini measures 8 ½” long x 5 ½” wide x5 ½” high (22cm x 14cm x 14cm). Allmeasurements are approximate.
There is a tear and scuff to the lid ofthe box (see photographs) but it is all there.There are slight marks (see photographs - would not allow photos too close-up)) to the capsule caused mainly intransit (there are slight paint rub marks on the inside of the box). I have made no attempt to fix the box lid oroil the capsule, your pleasure.
This is a collector’s item inexceptional Collector’s Condition.
My items are extremely well packed.
I will use 1st class 'signed for' whichmust be signed for when delivered. A delivery date can be agreed before postingif required in the UK, dependent on Royal Mail.
Postage in the UK will be £6.30 maximum but willbe confirmed after sale.
OVERSEAS - All items are sent ‘Sign-for’
Please give an address where the item can besigned for on delivery
Overseas postage will depend on destinationand will be advised, on request, during offerding
I also ask you to confirm receipt of the item
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I will accept personal cheques from the UK butwill wait for clearance before dispatch
Please ensure payment is received by mewithin 7 days of the close of the sale.
I am not the world’s best photographer but havedescribed and photographed the item to the best of my ability. The photographs will show any defects wherepossible.
If you have any queries regarding the item please donot hesitate to email me and I will be happy to answer any questions
Should there be any problems after the sale pleasecontact me personally as soon as possible so that they can be sorted out
I hope you like my item and Thank you for your time
On 05-Sep-15 at 09:16:41 BST, seller added the following information:
POSTAGE RATES WRONG - UK £7.20
USA - £12.45
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