Tinplate Art posted:Very nice acquisition! I imagine such a rarity brings a premium at a show or auction? (yes or no answer) THANKS! ☺
Yes- like anything else rarity and condition will drive prices, although admittedly not everyone is looking for this type of thing so they could be a slow mover at a local meet. I'm no expert on Elektoy, but I gather that these 903 type steam engines (in either the brass like mine or black paint) are more common than the electric outline locos. I saw a set with the 903 at York last year, and in fact there is a 903 engine for sale right now on Ebay.
Here's another Elecktoy item I'd like to find, a 904 electric, this one is at the National Toy Train Museum at Strasburg:
