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AmberRose
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This is my mixed bag of WW1 and probably WW2 lead soldiers. You can see Henry the 8th mixed in there too. I got these all over the place so there isn't too much rhyme or reason to them. I used to have them out but the kiddos forced me to put them in storage for a while. My dream is to have a display coffee table to put them in. Someday...
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Due to the lead exposure, I'd be glad to remove these for you at no cost, lol. Just kiddin around, Love these. The coffee table idea sound great!!!!
Hahaha Kerry, good angle!
Nice grouping.
Scott
my son Jacob has a few like these, I love em
LOVE IT !!!!!!
very cool amber
Thanks to all who love my personnel army! The lads appreciate it.