Alco Appraisal

Collection of ALCO and Pierce Arrow Die-cast Model Cars in Display Case

This item is a collection of miniature die-cast model vehicles, specifically classic automobiles, presented in individual cardboard boxes within what appears to be a display case or tray. The visible boxes showcase at least two distinct models: an 'ALCO' and a 'PIERCE ARROW' branded car. Each box features an image of the model within, along with the brand name. The ALCO model appears to be an early 20th-century open-top touring car, rendered in a creamy yellow or beige body with black accents and gold-colored spoked wheels. The PIERCE ARROW model is depicted as a red open-top touring car, possibly a phaeton or similar style, with a tan or brown soft top and gold-colored spoked wheels. Both models exhibit classic vehicle proportions with prominent fenders and bonnets, indicative of early automobile designs. The boxes themselves are white cardboard with printed graphics; the 'WARNING: Contains small parts. Not suitable for children under age three years' label indicates that these are collectibles or toys intended for older children/adults, rather than very young children. The overall condition of the visible boxes appears to be good, with some minor shelf wear or dust accumulation. The display case or tray is a dark wood, possibly mahogany or a similarly stained wood, with cutouts to hold each individual boxed model securely. The models themselves are not directly visible, but their images on the boxes suggest a level of detail typical for die-cast replicas of classic cars, likely made of metal with plastic components. Given the styles of the cars, an estimated age for these models would be mid to late 20th century, replicating vehicles from the early 1900s to perhaps the 1930s. The craftsmanship of the models, as implied by the box art, appears to be of standard quality for mass-produced die-cast collectibles, with attention to period-specific design elements.