Corgi to Create High End Die-Cast Metal Collectible Figures of Marvel Comic Book Superstars; Marvel Line to Show Classic Super Heroes' Development Over Time.HONG KONG Hong Kong (hŏng kŏng), Mandarin Xianggang, special administrative region of China, formerly a British crown colony (2005 est. pop. 6,899,000), land area 422 sq mi (1,092 sq km), adjacent to Guangdong prov. -- Corgi corgi: see Cardigan Welsh corgi; Pembroke Welsh corgi. USA (Nasdaq:ZNDT), the leading brand in the die-cast scale model collectible market, has acquired a license from Marvel Entertainment, Inc. to produce limited quantity, high end metal figurines of some of the hottest characters in the comic book world. Initial products in the Marvel line, to be introduced at the American International Toy Fair The American International Toy Fair (the trademarked name uses all capitals for TOY FAIR) is one of a few major toy industry trade shows held around the world. It is held annually in late winter (mid February) in New York City's Toy District (Broadway and 5th Avenue in the mid in February, 2006, will include Spider-Man, Captain America, Hulk and Thor, as well as other heroes and villains made famous in Marvel comics. Unlike the resin-only figures of these characters currently on the market, Corgi's 1/12th scale (approx. 6 in.) metal figures will be designed to stand the test of time. Produced in very limited quantities, these highly detailed metal miniatures will encourage consumers to collect the complete line. Each Marvel character will be sculpted sculpt v. sculpt·ed, sculpt·ing, sculpts v.tr. 1. To sculpture (an object). 2. To shape, mold, or fashion especially with artistry or precision: in 3D. Alter ego A doctrine used by the courts to ignore the corporate status of a group of stockholders, officers, and directors of a corporation in reference to their limited liability so that they may be held personally liable for their actions when they have acted fraudulently or unjustly or when figures and adversarial characters will allow collectors to build a comprehensive collection. "We've quickly become known among collectors as the leading source for high-quality metal comics collectibles," said David Davenport, General Manager the Americas, for Corgi. "With Marvel on board, we're continuing -- and greatly expanding -- our commitment to our retailers and giving collectors exciting new products." Since 1956, Corgi USA has been the worldwide pioneer of collectible die-cast models and replicas. Legendary for its devotion to quality, authenticity and value, Corgi USA creates products to delight the entire family. Consumers can receive more information about the company and its line of products by calling 1-800-800-CORGI, or visiting us at: http://www.corgi-usa.com Corgi USA is owned by Corgi Classics Limited Corgi Cars was launched in 1956 as a new range of die cast toy model cars by Mettoy Playcraft LTD, the toy car company founded in 1936. These new toy cars were soon a huge hit because at the time they were the only toy cars on the market that included transparent plastic windows, , a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of Zindart Limited (Nasdaq:ZNDT). MARVEL and all related Marvel characters are (C) and trademarks of Marvel Characters, Inc., and are used with permission. Copyright (C) 2005 Marvel Characters, Inc. All rights reserved. www.marvel.com. Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark. |
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