Welcome to the captivating world of Safari Ltd’s toy dinosaurs! Immerse yourself in the legacy of the Carnegie Collection, a remarkable series that brings to life the enchanting realm of dinosaurs and other extinct prehistoric creatures. Inspired by fossils showcased at the prestigious Carnegie Museum of Natural History, these authentic replicas are the epitome of accuracy and attention to detail.
A Florida-based company, Safari Ltd., renowned for its hand-painted creations, proudly presented the Carnegie Collection from 1988 to 2015. These exquisite replicas are celebrated as “the world’s premier line of scale model dinosaur figures,” embodying a passion for scientific accuracy and artistic craftsmanship.
Explore a mesmerizing array of 65 meticulously crafted models, encompassing 53 distinct species of dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Every model is a masterpiece, painstakingly hand-painted to ensure each piece is a unique work of art. Sculpted by the talented artist Forest Rogers and authenticated by paleontologists closely associated with the Carnegie Museum, such as the esteemed Matt Lamanna, along with species-specific experts, these replicas stand as a testament to scientific collaboration and creative excellence.
With most models sculpted at a 1:40 scale, you’ll marvel at the intricacies of each creature, where every inch on the replica mirrors 40 inches of the real counterpart. Ranging from the impressive 24-inch-long original Diplodocus to the petite three-inch-long original Dimetrodon, our collection encompasses a breathtaking diversity of sizes and forms, capturing the wonders of prehistoric life in all its splendor. Each model is a treasure trove of information, featuring its name, year of creation, and copyright details on the underside.
Discover a world of knowledge with our models’ informative hang tags, which delve into the scientific details of each replicated animal. Some of our dinosaurs are elegantly presented in cardboard display boxes, accompanied by booklets brimming with insights about the collection’s inhabitants. For a truly immersive experience, explore our carefully curated sets, like the captivating Dimetrodon and Deinonychus duo or the iconic Apatosaurus and Apatosaurus Baby pairing.
Travel back in time with our specially designed display “mountain,” a versatile stage for arranging and showcasing your collection pieces in imaginative arrangements. Originally introduced to inspire retailers, this display has captured the hearts of collectors as a captivating addition to their setups.
The journey of the Carnegie Collection began in 1987 through a pioneering partnership between the Carnegie Museum and Safari Ltd. This collaboration led to the birth of the collection in 1988, masterfully sculpted by Forest Rogers. The inaugural models debuted in 1988, followed by a steady stream of additions each year, culminating in March 2015 after a remarkable 28-year journey.
A defining moment in the evolution of the collection occurred in 1996 when a revolutionary approach was adopted. Models transitioned from being cast in gray material and painted to a method where the pigmented material aligned with the base color, allowing for greater detail and a refined appearance. In 1997, a transformational update saw older models embracing vibrant color vinyl molds, refreshing their allure and ensuring consistency.
In 2007, an exciting evolution saw twelve models receive captivating new color schemes, marked by unique model numbers that distinguished them as new iterations, celebrating the spirit of innovation.
Step into the prehistoric past with Safari Ltd’s Carnegie Collection and relish the artistry, science, and wonder encapsulated in each handcrafted masterpiece. Join us in celebrating the legacy of these extraordinary replicas that have enthralled generations and continue to inspire curiosity about the magnificent creatures that once roamed the Earth.
1988
- #400-01 Stegosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4000-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #401-01 Tyrannosaurus rex (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4001-01 in 1994, retired in 2015)
- #402-01 Brachiosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4002-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #403-01 Apatosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4003-01 in 1994, retired in 2014)
- #404-01 Apatosaurus baby (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4004-01 in 1994, retired in 2014)
- #405-01 Parasaurolophus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4005-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #406-01 Triceratops (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4006-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #407-01 Allosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4007-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #408-01 Australopithecus male (1:10 scale, retired in 1996)
- #409-01 Australopithecus female (1:10 scale, retired in 1996)
- #410-01 Diplodocus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4010-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #411-01 Maiasaura on eggs (1:40 scale, retired in 1996)
- #412-01 Euoplocephalus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4012-01 in 1994, retired in 1997)
- #413-01 Dimetrodon (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4013-01 in 1994, retired in 1997)
- #414-01 Pteranodon (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4014-01 in 1994, retired in 2011)
- #415-01 Protoceratops (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4015-01 in 1994, retired in 1996)
- #416-01 Smilodon (1:10 scale, renumbered to #4016-01 in 1994, retired in 1997)
1990
- #417-01 Deinonychus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4017-01 in 1994, retired in 1997)
- #418-01 Pachycephalosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4018-01 in 1994, retired in 2002)
1991
- #419-01 Elasmosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4019-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #420-01 Mosasaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4020-01 in 1994, retired in 1999)
1992
- #421-01 Iguanodon (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4021-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
- #422-01 Spinosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4022-01 in 1994, retired in 2007)
1993
- #423-01 Corythosaurus (1:40 scale, renumbered to #4023-01 in 1994, retired in 2009)
1994
- #4024-01 Dilophosaurus pair (1:40 scale, retired in 2009)
1995
- #4025-01 Plateosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
1996
- #4026-01: Deinosuchus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4027-01: Maiasaura and nest (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
1997
- #4028-01: Carnotaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2007)
- #4029-01: Kronosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4030-01: Saltasaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
1998
- #4031-01: Quetzalcoatlus (1:40 scale, retired in 2007)
- #4032-01: Deltadromeus agilis (1:40 scale, retired in 2009)
- #4033-01: Baryonyx (1:40 scale, retired in 2014)
1999
- #4034-01: Psittacosaurus (1:10 scale, retired in 2004)
- #4035-01: 10th Anniversary Commemorative Tyrannosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4001-01
2000
- #4036-01: Triceratops (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4006-01
- #4037-01: Tanystropheus (1:10 scale, retired in 2007)
2001
- #4038-01: Dimetrodon (1:15 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #413-01
- #4039-01: Acrocanthosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
2002
- #4040-01: Styracosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2005)
- #4041-01: Camarasaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
2003
- #4042-01: Woolly Mammoth (1:24 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4043-01: Velociraptor (1:10 scale, retired in 2007)
2004
- #4044-01: Albertosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4045-01: Sinraptor (1:40 scale, retired in 2009)
2005
- #4046-01: Oviraptor (1:10 scale, retired in 2009)
- #4047-01: Ankylosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
2006
- #4049-01: Beipiaosaurus (1:10 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4050-01: Microraptor (1:4 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4212-01: Caudipteryx (1:4 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4213-01: Dilong (1:10 scale, retired in 2015)
2007
- #4052-01: Amargasaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4053-01: Oviraptor (1:10 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4046-01
- #4101-01: Tanystropheus (1:10 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4037-01
- #4106-01: Velociraptor (1:10 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4043-01
- #4108-01: Iguanodon (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4021-01
- #4109-01: Allosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4007-01
- #4110-01: Spinosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4022-01
- #4111-01: Parasaurolophus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4005-01
- #4115-01: Triceratops (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4006-01
- #4116-01: Quetzalcoatlus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4031-01
- #4117-01: Elasmosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4019-01
- #4118-01: Carnotaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2013) – Repaint of #4028-01
- #4119-01: Stegosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Repaint of #4000-01
- #4120-01: Brachiosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2012) – Repaint of #4002-01
2008
- #4054-01: Diplodocus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4010-01
- #4122-01: Giganotosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
2009
- #4215-01: Tylosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4216-01: Spinosaurus (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4110-01
2010
- #4217-01: Ichthyosaurus (1:10 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4218-01: Cryolophosaurus (1:25 scale, retired in 2015)
2011
- #4126-01: Miragaia (1:30 scale, retired in 2015)
- #4123-01: Carnotaurus (1:30 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4118-01
2012
- #4107-01: Brachiosaurus (1:50 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4120-01
2013
- #4112-01: Concavenator (1:25 scale, retired in 2015)
2014
- #4113-01: Tyrannosaurus 25th Anniversary (1:40 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4035-01
2015
- #4102-01: Velociraptor (1:10 scale, retired in 2015) – Updated sculpt of #4043-01
Fast forward to 2023
Embark on an incredible journey that spans over three decades of discovery! Unveiling a chapter shrouded in mystery, we present to you a remarkable revelation: a forgotten treasure trove concealed within an abandoned warehouse. Locked away for 35 years, this extraordinary cache houses pristine, untouched figurines from the past – a testament to the enduring allure of the Carnegie Collection. These captivating relics, many still adorned with their original Carnegie labels, stand as timeless witnesses to a bygone era of craftsmanship and scientific dedication.
Behold, a rare opportunity awaits – vintage figurines, preserved in their original mint condition, beckoning to be cherished once more. These meticulously crafted pieces of art have patiently awaited their moment to shine, each possessing the enchanting essence of the past. With their Carnegie label intact, these figurines carry the legacy of authenticity and excellence that defined the collection.
Elevate your collection with a touch of history and nostalgia. Rekindle the magic of discovery as you welcome these vintage masterpieces into your realm. Assembled with care and devotion, these figurines transcend time, inviting you to witness the legacy that has shaped generations of enthusiasts. Seize this chance to bring a piece of history home, and let these immaculate figurines capture your imagination as they embark on a new journey in your collection.
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