Airfix 1/12 Historical Figures question

[rholland]

I have recently found three of the 1960s Airfix 1/12 figure kits in a long-lost box. They are Richard 1, Charles 1 and the Yeoman of the Guard. All are complete, unstarted, and like new - the box colours are bright and unfaded. My question is, is there any market for these? Are they so-called "collectors' items" or old junk? Any advice would be appreciated, many thanks.

 

Richard in NZ

[Bertie McBoatface]

There’s always someone who wants your old junk. Look on eBay to see what they are selling for. That might give you an idea

[bhouse]

@Ratch ?

[Troy Smith]

1 hour ago, rholland said:

My question is, is there any market for these? Are they so-called "collectors' items" or old junk?

Airfix can be collectable,  especially the right boxes, so old ones in good condition are liable to be collectable.  So yes.   

 

I don't know how much demand there would in NZ compared to the UK though.

Re Ebay, try looking at completed listings, as that gives an idea what things have sold for. 

 

 

[rholland]

Thank you all, I will scout around as suggested.

 

Richard in NZ

[Ratch]

8 hours ago, bhouse said:

@Ratch ?

From a builder's POV, the Yeoman is less desirable than Richard or Charles as it was available fairly recently. 

From a Collector's viewpoint, the value will depend on the style and condition of the packaging.

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