CORGI SPIRIT OF ST LOUIS SMITHSONIAN (**)

In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi Ryan NYP Spirit of St. Louis, which measures approximately 2-5/8-inches long with a 4-3/8-inch wingspan, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual aircraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, "Our messenger of peace and goodwill has broken down another barrier of time and space," so spoke President Calvin Coolidge about Charles A. Lindbergh's extraordinary