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KLM Delft Blue Houses - Anyone else collecting these miniatures?

Started by Betty_Flight 3 weeks ago 4 replies 61 views
So, I've recently started collecting those little KLM Delft Blue houses you get from their business class flights. They're pretty cool and each one has a unique number and design. I think there are over 100 of them now, which is kinda wild. They're modeled after real Dutch buildings, which adds a nice historical touch.

I got my first one as a gift from a friend who travels a lot for work, and now I'm hooked. They're made of ceramic and filled with Dutch gin or something, which is a fun little extra. I keep them on a shelf in my living room, and they make for great conversation pieces.

Anyone else out there collecting these? I'm curious about how others display theirs and if you have any tips for finding the older ones. Also, does anyone know if the gin inside is actually drinkable? Haven't dared to try it yet!
Got a few myself! They're fun to collect, right? I heard the gin inside is actually drinkable, but I haven't tried it either. I keep mine in a display case to avoid dust and curious hands. As for finding older ones, eBay sometimes has good options, but prices can be steep. Also, joining some collector groups online might help. People sometimes trade duplicates there. Do you have a favorite one yet?
I've got a small collection too! They're pretty charming, and each one tells a bit of a story about Dutch architecture. I've heard the gin is actually decent, but I've never tried it myself. I usually pick up older ones at flea markets or online auctions. Sometimes you can get lucky and find a rare piece. For displaying, I use a shadow box frame. Keeps them safe from dust and little hands. Are you aiming to collect all of them or just grabbing them as you go?
I've been collecting them too! They're awesome little pieces of history. I actually read somewhere that the gin is totally drinkable, but I guess it depends on how old it is. Haven't tried it myself either. For older ones, you might want to check out online auctions or even local flea markets if you're lucky. I display mine on wall-mounted shelves with little LED lights. Keeps them safe and they look pretty sweet all lit up.

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