I spoke to Victor (via email) a couple of times about any Playboy chips he may have (or know about) and he said that he had a couple of low value chips somewhere but understandably he didn't mention these. Just as well really as way out of my reach anyway. Mind you, these probably were low value to him. He was kind enough to offer advice though. Seemed a decent bloke.
Glad you managed to secure them and they are real beauties that will all find good homes I'm sure.
Well done David.