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Vintage 1997 ERTL Coca-Cola Die-Cast Collectible Biplane Coin Bank (Stock No. F601)
Beautiful Coca-Cola Polar Bear collectible die-cast biplane featuring the iconic Coca-Cola polar bears, complete with its original illustrated box and clear plastic protective packaging. This is an officially licensed Coca-Cola Die-Cast Collectible Biplane, manufactured and distributed by The Ertl Company, Inc. in 1997. This fun collectible features a classic-style biplane in deep Coca-Cola blue with bright yellow wing supports, yellow Coca-Cola lettering, and distinctive red and yellow accents.
The airplane's most appealing feature is its detailed Coca-Cola polar bear pilot wearing a flowing red Coca-Cola scarf and holding a miniature Coca-Cola bottle. A second smaller polar bear accompanies the pilot in the cockpit. The upper wing prominently displays the slogan "R U THRST?" in large yellow letters, along with the Coca-Cola script logo.
The fuselage is decorated with the slogan "Always Coca-Cola," capturing the company's memorable 1990s advertising era.
CONDITION
- Airplane: Excellent, clean cosmetic appearance with bright, glossy paint and well-preserved graphics.
- Polar bear figures: Both figures intact, with the pilot's Coca-Cola bottle and red scarf present.
- Propeller is intact and spins
- Original box: Good vintage condition with some minor shelf wear, edge wear, and handling wear to the cardboard flaps.
- Original protective packaging: Clear molded plastic tray included and in good condition.
- Packaging status: Original box has been opened
The airplane presents beautifully and was carefully preserved.
The packaging includes the Coca-Cola script logo, "Die-Cast Collectible Biplane" identification, and original Ertl manufacturer information.The original box and protective tray are included, making this an appealing collectible for enthusiasts who appreciate complete examples.
COLLECTOR APPEAL
This 1997 Coca-Cola biplane brings together several popular collecting categories:
- Coca-Cola advertising memorabilia
- Coca-Cola polar bear collectibles
- Vintage 1990s promotional merchandise
- Ertl die-cast airplanes
- Aviation-themed collectibles
- Coca-Cola Christmas and holiday memorabilia
The colorful design, whimsical polar bear figures, and original illustrated packaging make this an attractive display piece for a Coca-Cola collection, home office, or memorabilia display.
