SGS-GA004 THE GALLIPOLI NINE BY KING & COUNTRY
Overview
Introductory overview
History Section: ANZACs at Gallipoli
Collector Notes
King & Country’s SGS‑GA004 “The Gallipoli Nine” captures the valor of the ANZAC troops during the Gallipoli Campaign in a collector‑grade boxed gift set. Released under the World War I Gallipoli 1915 series, this sculpted group delivers nine distinct figures in dynamic assault poses. Although retired, it remains sought‑after among collectors. The set combines substantial sculptural detail with historical authenticity, making it a standout for display or diorama work. The following review examines its historical context, manufacturing details, and collector considerations.
Historical Background
The Gallipoli Campaign, spanning 25 April 1915 to 9 January 1916, marked a critical Allied attempt to seize the Dardanelles, knock the Ottoman Empire out of World War I, and open a sea route to Russia. ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) forces—comprising approximately 75,000 troops—landed at what became known as ANZAC Cove on 25 April 1915. They faced harsh terrain, fierce Ottoman resistance, and logistical challenges. The ANZACs, often drawn from light infantry and mounted units, wore slouch hats, rising sun badges, and loaded Lee-Enfield rifles. Their defense-in-depth against counterattacks cost thousands of casualties on both sides. Ultimately, after eight months of costly stalemate, Allied forces evacuated in January 1916.
Although the campaign failed to achieve strategic objectives, it catalyzed national consciousness in Australia and New Zealand. ANZAC Day, observed on 25 April, remains the most important national commemoration in both countries, honoring that sacrifice. King & Country’s Gallipoli Nine evokes the fierce advance moment—bayonets fixed, determination etched into each pose—reminding collectors of the tenacity and endurance symbolized by the ANZAC legacy.
Collector Notes
The SGS‑GA004 The Gallipoli Nine set belongs to King & Country’s Gallipoli 1915 line and carries a model code SGS‑GA004 with a retail price of USD 279–295 at release (kingandcountry.com). It remains retired, increasing its desirability. Identification relies on the box label “The Gallipoli Nine” and code SGS‑GA004; inside are nine finely sculpted figures in charging poses, each approximately 60 mm tall (circa 1/32 scale) consistent with King & Country proportions (toysoldiersgallery.com). Original packaging featured a collector’s window box under the Collectors’ Bonus Gift Sets line (kingandcountry.com). Condition considerations include bent bayonets, paint wear on resin or metal surfaces, loose limbs, or cracking under joints. Box condition significantly affects value: mint‑boxed sets fetch strong premiums.
On the secondary market, well‑preserved examples change hands between USD 300 and USD 400, depending on paint fidelity and packaging integrity. Provenance from ANZAC‑themed conventions or accurate historical re‑paints can enhance value. Variants are rare; King & Country typically produced no altered versions within this set. Overall, collectors prize SGS‑GA004 for its dynamic composition and thematic depth around Gallipoli.
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