Early American Antique Toys

	Althof Bergmann Early American Tin Articulated Horse and Rider Bell Toy » Circa 1870: Early American tin horse and rider pull toys don't get any better than this handsome 14" x 12" Althof Bergmann jumbo articulated bell toy with early heart-shaped wheels that approximate a horse's gait and facilitate the ringing of the bell when the toy is in motion. Condition is excellent on this rare beauty, with only a couple spots of solder on the tips of the feet and one leg possibly soldered from the inside. The paint is original, and for a 150-year-old tin toy that was never primed, one should consider the paint as truly excellent. The large size of this wonderful antique tin toy will make it the centerpiece of any advanced toy collection. Moreover, this toy was once owned by the late famed toy and folk art collector and author Bernard Barenholtz (American Antique Toys, 1830-1900) and has come to us through storied Americana dealers Steven Score, Marilyn Simmons, and Tom Rawson. If you are looking for an outstanding early American tin toy with first class provenance, then this fantastic Althof Bergman Jumbo horse and rider pull toy should fit the bill. For Sale: $2,750
	Circa 1920 20" Bing Teddy Bear » This rare Bing bear is in superb original condition. In their price guide Buying & Selling Teddy Bears published in 2000, teddy bear experts Terry and Doris Michaud place a value on this bear at $4,500.00. You can own this fantastic 20" Bing teddy bear for a fraction of that price! For Sale: $2,250 See All Antique American Toys & Games »
	Punch and Judy Mechanical Bank » Circa 1884: This bank represents a typical Punch and Judy theatre, scenery, curtain and all. Judy receives the coin in a plate in her hand, a lever is pressed and Punch rushes forward brandishing a club, when Judy turns quickly and deposits the coin in the bank. Name "Punch and Judy Bank" above the stage opening. Two varieties, one has smaller letters in the name than the other. Buffalo, N.Y. July 15, 1884. For Sale: $2250 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Early American Tin Pull Toy: Elephant and Rider Pulling Cart» Circa 1890-1910: Early American tin toys are difficult to find in any condition; so this lovely and unusual late 19th to early 20th century elephant drawn cart measuring just over six inches in length is sure to please even the most fastidious and avid collector. For Sale: $245
	Antique Game: Chiromagica 1879, McLoughlin Bros. NY » 19th Century American game from the McLoughlin Brothers, features a fabulous wizard with wand surrounded by novelties. The lithography is fantastic and the condition is extremely good. The game is complete, working, and a joy to play. For Sale: $995 See All Antique American Games »
	The Game of Nosey » This early McLoughlin Brothers game was designed by the infamous Man on the Moon Game artist. Its beautiful lithography is shocking to the eye. For Sale: $350 See All Antique American Games »
	Speaking Dog Mechanical Bank » This lovely Speaking Dog mechanical bank has great paint and is without repair. For Sale: $1,895 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	End of the Day Cabin Bank » This end of the day Cabin mechanical bank contains the partial fingerprint of its original decorator. This literal human touch adds a fine folky feel to this desirable piece of early black Americana. For Sale: $850 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Early Humped Back Teddy Bear » Long arms, long snout, long mohair and humped back bring great character to this old bear. For Sale: $795 See All Antique Bears »
	Wilkins Cast Iron Horse Drawn Broadway Trolley Car » Circa 1890-1894 \| Wilkins Cast Iron Horse Drawn Broadway Lines Trolley Car with white horse. For Sale: $1,895
	Arcade Cast Iron Fageol Bus » Brilliant blue paint and great form on this early antique cast iron Arcade large 12" Fageol Bus For Sale: $595
	Antique Arcade Cast Iron Mack Dump Truck » 12" Long, Original Blue Paint. Highly desirable, all original and complete with dual wheels in the rear and lift apparatus intact. Marked in the making underneath. For Sale: $1,495
	Frog on Round Base Antique Mechanical Bank » Circa 1882: Manufactured by J. and E. Stevens, the Frog on Round Base was issued in many color combinations. Because of the high percentage of original untouch paint on this bank and the fact that it works perfectly and has no breaks or repairs, it is a prime example and this very desirable to antique bank and toy collectors. For Sale: $1495 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd Private Car » Circa 1939: Marx Tin Litho Wind-Up For Sale: $2,495
	William Tell Antique Cast Iron Mechanical Bank » Circa 1896: The Bank features the figure of William Tell pointing his rifle at an apple on the head of his young son who stands in front of a castle tower. The William Tell Bank was patented in 1896 by Russell Frisbie and manufactured by J & E. Stevens for a several years. It remains one of the most popular mechanical banks ever produced. This example has good original paint with no touch-ups, breaks, or repairs and comes to you in completely original condition. For Sale: $1,195 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Antique Jockey on Horse Tin Litho Wind Up Toy » Early 20th Century, Marked Germany: Here is a fabulous five inch German tin wind up toy that comes complete with key and is in excellent working order and in fine condition. SOLD
	Black Beauty \| Milton Bradley Antique Game » Circa 1910: Striking early chromolithograph of great black full figure horse. Early game from Milton Bradley. Wonderful inside graphics as well. For Sale: $95 See All Antique American Games »
	Antique American Game: Whirlpool Game » Circa 1900: McLoughlin Brothers: This wonderful example of turn of the 20th century chromolithography by the masters themselves, The McLoughlin Brothers, has superb graphic appeal with its ship succumbing to the ocean's depths and its crew members attempting to escape certain death. Includes original spinner and parts in nice condition. Sold See All Antique American Games »
	Antique Arcade Fageol Safety Coach Cast Iron Vehicle » Freeport, Illinois, Circa 1925-1931 Rarely found in orange, this large 12" Arcade Fageol Safety Coach retains an incredible original panted surface and is fantastic condition. Here is an outstanding find for a collector who wants a classic American cast iron toy in a very hard to find color! For Sale: $795
	Antique Hubley Cast Iron Fire Truck » Circa 1930: 14" Long, Original Red Paint. Hubley cast iron fire truck in original red paint, circa 1930. Hubley was the largest and longest producer of cast iron toys and it is here, in the fired departments ladder truck that Hubley celebrates the growing efforts of the early 20th century volunteer fireman. Three drivers, cast in great detail. For Sale: $1,195
	Marx Tidy Tim Tin Litho Wind Up » Circa 1933: Keep Your City Spic and Span Says Tidy Tim the Clean Up Man. Antique American tin wind-up toy. For Sale: $495 See All Antique American Toys & Games »
	The New Game of Blow Football » The New Game of Blow Football is a fabulous example of an early 20th century antique British game featuring English football, or soccer, as we call it across the pond. For Sale: $125 See All Antique American Games »
	Antique American Game: Barber Pole » Played much like Tiddly Winks, this great early Parker Brothers ring toss game has wonderful graphics and comes complete with a neat little barber pole and all its original game pieces. SOLD See All Antique American Games »
	Antique American Game: My Mother Sent Me to the Grocery Store » This nice early American antique game from Parker Brothers features a charming image of a toddler galloping home from the grocery story on his imaginary steed, a tiny whip in one hand and a basket of apples on the opposite arm. For Sale: $75 See All Antique American Games »
	New Creedmoor Mechanical Bank » New Creedmoor mechanical bank in original polychrome painted finish with William Tell figure shooting penny into tree stump, base with raised escutcheon reading New Creedmoor Bank with patent number, 2.8" x 10.15" x 6.75" high. A very interesting mechanical bank that was designed to fire a gunpowder cap while sending coin into tree truck. For Sale: $1,250 See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Mickey Mouse Tin Wind Up » Excellent condition on this early Linemar wind up vintage Mickey Mouse toy in great working condition For Sale: $595
	Nice Sized Large Antique Teddy Bear » Glass eyes, felt pads, fully jointed 24" For Sale: $595 See All Antique Bears »
Previously Sold Pieces:
	Antique Mickey and Minnie Mouse Noisemaker » Walt E. Disney, Marks Bros. Wooden mouthpiece, great litho label SOLD
	Strauss Tin Litho Grinder Toy » In the toy world, Strauss toys are known for for their beautiful lithography. SOLD
	Hubley White Elephant Mechanical Bank » Hubley Manufacturing Company began operation in 1894 and was located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They expanded their basic line of toys in the 1920s to include bookends, ashtrays, and doorstops. SOLD See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Uncle Sam Mechanical Bank » Circa 1886-1892: Shepard Hardware Co., designed by Charles Shepard & Peter Adams, patentedJune 8th, 1886. This wonderful Uncle Sam mechanical bank has especially well-painted eyes! This highly prized bank is in completely original condition with no touch ups or repairs. It even comes with its original key! SOLD See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	1920s Steelcraft Pressed Steel Mack Army Truck» Circa 1920: This scarce closed cab version of the Steelcradft Mack Army truck is 23 inches long and features excellent original paint, original decals, and even its original canvas. The red wheels pop in youthfult contast to the khaki brown military color scheme of the rest of the truck. This superb antique American toy was obvioulsy gently used and thus remains in superb collector condition. SOLD
	Paddy & the Pig Mechanical Bank » James H. Bowen of Philadelphia, Pa., was the inventor and designer of Paddy And The Pig. It was manufactured by the J. & E. Stevens Company of Cromwell, Conn. They pictured it for sale in a number of their catalogs and at the time the name "Shamrock Bank" was used. SOLD See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Tammany Mechanical Bank » This mechanical bank portrays crooked New York politician William M. "Boss" Tweed and retains over 90% of its original paint. SOLD See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Little Messenger Boy Game » McLoughlin Bros., New York: This excellent example of early chromolithography pictures the Little Messenger Boy, telegram in hand, sprinting to his next destination. Sold See All Antique American Games »
	Game of Troublesome Pigs » Circa 1900-1910: Milton Bradley: After raiding the garden, those troublesome pigs flee the angry farmer and his trusty dog as the farmer waves his fist and swings his hickory stick. This is some of Milton Bradley's finest chromolithography, rivaling that of McLoughlin Brothers. This wonderful early game also has a highly complex game board with a fabulously illustrated image of a group of pigs raiding a cornfield. Sold See All Antique American Games »
	Sandy Andy Crane No. 104 Antique American Tin Litho Sand Toy » Circa 1917: Excellent Condition, Outstanding Graphics: This absolutely charming Sandy Andy Crane dates to 1917 and is in hard to find excellent condition. SOLD
	Two Game Combination US Mail & Checkers » Milton Bradley Antique Board Game, Circa 1920: The powerful image of a speeding coal-powered locomotive on the boxtop of this lovely Milton Bradley board game from the first quarter of the 20th century combines adventure with the American work ethic and the advancing technologies of the day. Sold See All Antique American Games »
	Felix the Cat by Schoenhut » Circa 1925: Nice large 8" size. Painted, wooden, fully jointed, with original stickers and leather ears. Copyrighted by Pat Sullivan. SOLD
	Jolly Nigger Mechanical Bank » Circa 1935-1950: Sydenham & McOustra: This British made mechanical bank is both unusual and desirable because of its petite five inch height and because it was cast without they typical racial slur on its back. This example has excellent original paint and comes to the market in completely original played with condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. SOLD See All Antique Mechanical Banks »
	Across the Sea: Antique Milton Bradley Game » Circa 1910: Especially charming color lithograph showcasing the countries of Switzerland, Russia, Japan, Holland,Venice, and Egypt. Established by Milton Bradley in Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1860 and absorbing the McLoughlin Brothers in the 20s, The Milton Bradley Company has become a household name in American games. SOLD See All Antique American Games »

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Tin-Litho Wind Ups and other Unusual Americana