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Manufactured by Britains Limited, this boxed set of six hand-painted die-cast metal toy soldiers was produced exclusively for Harrods. The collection is in 1/32nd scale and features figures depicting various members of the British Sovereign’s ceremonial guards. The set comprises two Yeomen of the Guard in state dress holding partisans, two members of the Household Cavalry in full ceremonial uniform with silvered breastplates and helmets with plumes, and two Foot Guards in full dress uniform featuring red tunics and bearskin caps. The items are presented in their original forest green box featuring six oval window cutouts and gold-tone lettering. The packaging bears the Harrods script logo and is marked Hand Painted Metal Models, Britains, and Regiments of All Nations. The reverse of the box contains historical text regarding both the retailer and the manufacturer, stating the 1/32nd scale and production in England by Britains Limited, Walthamstow, London.
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