Corgi Gift Set 7 Daktari & James Bond Aston Martin DB5 Model 270 Die-Cast Pair (Corgi, 1973-1977)....

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Corgi Gift Set 7 Daktari & James Bond Aston Martin DB5 Model 270 Die-Cast Pair (Corgi, 1973-1977). This paired offering brings together two distinct expressions of Corgi's golden-era mastery-one rooted in adventure television and the other in cinematic espionage-each reflecting how die-cast toys translated pop culture into precision-engineered miniature form. Gift Set 7 Daktari, released in 1973, captures the spirit of the beloved television series that blended wildlife adventure with human drama, a concept that resonated strongly with audiences in the early 1970s. By contrast, the 1977 James Bond Aston Martin DB5, Model 270, channels one of the most iconic vehicles in film history, forever associated with 007's blend of elegance, danger, and technological ingenuity. Together, these pieces illustrate Corgi's ability to move seamlessly between genres while maintaining an unmistakable standard of design and play value. Condition of the Daktari Gift Set shows honest, age-appropriate wear while retaining strong overall presentation. The box displays a noticeable wave above the window area, with veining visible to the right of the window. Corners show wear consistent with handling and storage, and the bubble exhibits waviness with a couple of dents. On the reverse, a crease runs across the bottom of the box. The James Bond Aston Martin DB5 shows similar realities of shelf life. Within the box, the Bond figure has come free from the car, though there are two figures present. Corners show wear, and there is staining visible on the right flap of the box within the yellow area. The bubble displays a dent above the ejector seat feature of the vehicle. For collectors of vintage Corgi, pieces like these speak to the brand's unmatched role in defining licensed die-cast toys during the 1960s and 1970s. Daktari reflects the era's fascination with exotic adventure and television storytelling, while the Aston Martin DB5 remains one of the most celebrated and enduring James Bond toys ever produced. Offered together, this pair provides a compelling snapshot of Corgi's cultural reach, uniting safari adventure and spycraft in a way only Corgi could, and offering collectors an evocative opportunity to secure two iconic licenses from the height of British die-cast excellence.

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