The value of an old Meccano set can vary significantly based on factors like its age, condition, completeness, and rarity. Generally, vintage sets can range from $20 to several hundred dollars, with particularly rare or well-preserved sets fetching even higher prices. Collectors often seek out original packaging and instructions, which can further increase a set's value. To get a more accurate estimate, researching recent sales on auction sites or consulting with collectors can be helpful.
you get them from model shops
To my best knowledge a very little used complete nr 5 Meccano set with good box and Manuel from around 1960 is worth about 100 Euro or about 130 Dollar. In mint condition it is worth around 175 Euro or 230 dollar.
He patented the "Meccano" construction set .
Meccano sets are very popular among children and adults. However, the exact amount of pieces will vary by set and age suggestion of the particular kit.
It was prefabricated in a factory and assembled on site like a giant Meccano/Erector set.
Try eBay and see what you can get for them, there is no set price.
The time it takes to assemble a set of Meccano can vary widely depending on the complexity of the model and the skill level of the builder. Simple models might take anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple of hours, while more intricate designs could require several hours or even days to complete. Additionally, factors such as familiarity with the instructions and the builder's experience with Meccano can also influence assembly time.
look on Ebay
they are quite old... so probably £8-£15 each
It is worth $350.
how much is a set of 12 sango china worth--in excellent condition-florence pattern
Meccano has a lot of benefits and advantages to help a baby develop. It is very strange but a rare family has bought a meccano set for their children. And much fewer sets of meccano can be found inside the gift baskets. The question what I was always interested in is WHY? After all the meccano belong to the developmental toys. It greatly helps children starting from the very small ones to older children. For small children it helps to develop creativity and hands motor activity. For older children it is also very useful as they need to keep a pen or pencil at school and meccano gives a nice practice for hands and fingers. However, if you are looking for a perfect meccano for children, it is better to always know the main requirements how to choose it. The first main requirement for a meccano, if you really want to make a special child gift, is compliance with the child's age. You should always look for the tag saying what the age limit is. Besides, the quantity of details and its size crucially depend on the child's age. The smaller a child the bigger the details should be. And if you find a nice meccano with hundreds of details, have a second thought if it is ok for a kid you are going to present it with. If a child is under 5, don't buy meccano with many pieces. Firstly, children of such age aren't very good at small pieces handling and manipulations. Then, the big amount of details makes a kid upset and distract him from a meccano for a long time, or even forever. Secondly, try to choose a multi-purpose set of mecanno, where several things but not one can be done out of. It will keep a motivation of children in mecanno growing. Plus, it stimulates the creativity and imagination development. * So, if you'd like to teach your children to assemble meccano, start with the earlier ages. * For small children buy big sets with fewer details. * Then, depending on child's age, buy meccanos with smaller details to support kids' motor activity development.