Matchbox is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year! The brand was first introduced in 1953 by Lesney Products, a British toy company. The original Matchbox cars were small, die-cast metal vehicles that were sold in boxes that resembled matchboxes. The name “Matchbox” was chosen because the original cars were small enough to fit inside a…
Introduction Explanation of what 1:64 scale models are 1:64 scale models are miniature replicas of cars, trucks, and other vehicles. The term “scale” refers to the ratio between the size of the model and the size of the real-life object it represents. In the case of 1:64 scale models, it means that for every 1…
Matchbox cars have been a beloved toy for generations, captivating kids and adults alike with their intricate designs and miniature versions of real-life cars. But did you know that some Matchbox cars can also be valuable collectibles? If you’re new to the world of Matchbox collecting, there are a few things you should know to…