Lot # 4284: 1950 R775 Model Airplane Co. Jiggleys "Military" and "Circus and Western" Complete Set (60) Plus Two Wrappers

Presented is an extremely scarce complete set of "Jiggleys" cards. Produced by the New York-based Model Airplane Company in 1950, this sixty-card set is composed of two different series: Cards #1-30 feature circus and western subjects, and cards #31-60 have a military theme. Each card features a colorful illustration of the subject on the front with diecut figures that can be detached. The reverses of the cards have a brief summary of the subject matter. Condition of the Circus and Western series (#1-30) is 10% Nr/Mt, 53% Ex to Ex-Mt, and 37% Vg to Vg-Ex (including some with 100/0 centering). Most of the cards in the Military series (#31-60) show some rusting to the original staples that has caused a very minor amount of discoloration to the affected areas of the cards. Without further reference to this mostly minor flaw, the condition of the Military series is 40% Nr/Mt, 33% Ex to Ex-Mt, and 27% Vg to Vg-Ex (including a few with 100/0 centering). An original wrapper from each series is also included (Circus and Western wrapper grades Vg+ and Military wrapper grades Gd). This is a rarely offered complete set of this scarce 1950s nonsport issue and one that would be a welcome addition to even the most advanced collection. Total: 60 cards plus two wrappers. The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot.