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Vintage Soviet USSR Modeling Clay Set (Пластилин) - 7 Colors Complete
Up for sale is a remarkably preserved piece of Soviet childhood history—an original **Mosbythim (Мосбытхим)** 7-color modeling clay set, complete with its original illustrated box and instruction leaflet.
This set dates back to the late 1960s or 1970s, as indicated by the Soviet standard code **MRTU 6-15-349-69** printed on the cover. The box features an iconic, charming mid-century illustration of five Matryoshka-style figures.
Product Details:
Manufacturer: Mosbythim (Мосбытхим), USSR
Vintage Era: Circa late 1960s / 1970s
Net Weight: 350 grams
Contents: 7 distinct colored clay bars (Off-White/Beige, Mustard Yellow, Terracotta/Red, Forest Green, Cerulean Blue, Brown, Dark Grey/Black).
Included: Original top lid, base box, internal instruction manual sheet ("Руководство"), and all 7 original unused clay bars.
Measurements (as shown in photos):
Clay Bar Length: Approx. 4.75 inches (~12 cm)
Clay Bar Width: Approx. 1 inch (~2.5 cm)
Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. The original cardboard box shows light shelf wear, edge rubbing, and minor corner bumping consistent with age, but remains structurally intact with vibrant cover art. The internal instruction sheet is fully present and crisp. The 7 bars of colored modeling clay are complete, unused, and remain uncarved in their original factory shape. Please see high-resolution photos for exact dimensions and visual condition details.
