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Lot 1173
Collection of Nine (9) Tin Toys and One Functional Brass Toy Trumpet Collection Includes Toys from J.Chein & Co. and D.R.G.M. Fun collection of vintage tin toys in overall very good to fine condition, some quite popular collector's treasures!

1.) J. Chien wind-up alligator with child on back. Solid working condition with boy being jerked forward and back as mouth opens.
2.) Wind-up horse and rider works perfectly with horse bucking and at times remains reared up and then drops back down on all four hooves. US/German Toy Co. D.R.G.M. Watch wind-up key while not original works perfectly and is included.
3.) J. Chien wind-up clown walker, works with coaxing
4.) J. Chien wind-up pelican, looks great but spring isn't connecting to enable walking.
5.) Small tin alligator push toy works perfectly with feet paddling as fast as they can
6.) Tin top-- great visual appeal but out of spins.
7.) Doll size pitcher and tin bucket scattered wear to litho.
8.) Superb brass toy trumpet. Actually plays notes very well
9.) 1912 tin fire truck from the 1950s Modern Toy Co. Excellent condition. Estimated Value $600 - 1,200
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Lot 1174
Rare, Antique 1910 "Lightening Express Cap Pistol" in Exceptional Condition. Early figural, cast iron, animated mechanical Lightning Express cap gun. When train is pulled back along the track within the barrel, pulling the trigger releases the train which slams against a pylon that holds the single cap. This original version has Lighting Express clearly legible on both sides of handle in raised letters. Original silver paint, no rusting, as hardy as the day it was new. 5" in length. Estimated Value $500 - 900
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Lot 1175
Two Rare Small Steiff White Monkey "Jocko" Plus "Perrie", Pompom Rooster, Tea Set, and Two Pair of Fish. 9 Items Total. Two well loved white mohair Jocko monkeys, the larger of the two is only 4" when seated, while the smaller is 3". Ear button and tag are missing on both, but the hole where it was remains on the larger monkey. White Jockos are very rare having been produced from 1949 to 1961 only. Steiff mohair "Perri" 5" squirrel holding a velvet nut. Has button and faded cloth tag on ear, as well as the chest tag which notes "Perri Copyright Walt Disney Productions". Nose and tip of tail are a bit worn, but otherwise in great condition. Steiff pompom rooster with metal feet. Has button and tag around the leg reading "Made in Germany Original Steiff 1508,47 100% wool". In wonderful condition. Four Steiff Flossy Fish. Two larger 11" fish and two small 5" fish. The two large fish have their buttons on their dorsal fin, while only one small fish retains its tag, reading "Flossy". Steiff mini porcelain tea set, nine pieces, in original box. Box reads "Mini-Porzellan-Set Dekor:Jackie 1953 613234 (8606/08)". All pieces present, undamaged and in mint condition. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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Lot 1176
Impressive Collection of Santa Clause Collectibles Including Numerous Pieces In Celluloid and a Scarce Mercury Glass Santa. This enchanting collection of vintage holiday items is sure to evoke a sense of nostalgic charm of Christmas past. From vintage tree ornaments to quaint Santa figurines, these vintage Christmas treasures are sure to bring warmth and cheer to your holiday season. This lot features: a 27" Santa figure with a realistically grayed beard and wonderfully red jolly cheeks, vintage shaped and painted glass Christmas lights, a tin clockwork toy of a chimney with Santa emerging (will works with a wonderfully chiming bell), two celluloid sleighs with Santa, fourteen Santa figures, and two Santa ornaments, one of which is an splendid 1950s mercury glass ornament. Estimated Value $400 - 500
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$319
Lot 1177
Two Small But Impeccable Steiff Bears Including a Highly Desirable 50's Bear. 5.5" Tan Mohair Steiff Bear, with chest tag and button in ear, from the 1950s. 7" Beige Mohair Steiff Bear, with chest tag, care tag, brass button and tag in ear. This bear is likely from the late 70s or 80s. Both bears are articulated and very clean; overall in excellent condition. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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$242
Lot 1178
Rare 1930s Libby's Toy Kitchen with Original Cabinet. Excellent Condition including 15 Original Cans with Labels. Exceptionally appealing vintage/antique dollhouse toy kitchen cabinet by Libby which proved a success not only in terms of a toy for children, but significant product branding. This lot includes 15 Libby canned products including spinach, Hawaiian pineapple, peaches, pickles, apple butter, California asparagus, corned beef, pork & beans, Vienna sausage, milk and salmon all in very fine condition with graphics remaining quite bright. These cans individually can range from $15 to over $60 each.

But what is rare is the original thick cardboard "cabinet" itself and this one is in quite desirable condition. It remains extremely stout and durable and the printed graphics exhibiting no fading. We note a couple of minor creases and hairline tear to the cardboard shelving and overall light foxing. Cabinet measures 13 x 18 x 4.5" and the cans averaging 2 x 1.5 x 1.5" with a few slightly taller and two smaller. Terrific! Estimated Value $400 - 800
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Lot 1179
Antique Child/Baby Shoes. A lovely collection of antique children's shoes, mostly from the Victorian Era, showcasing a variety of shoe styles and colors all in a range of sizes suitable for young children. Most of the shoes are made from soft leather with laces or buttons and are stuffed with paper to help retain their charming shape. This lot also contains three single shoes without their pair. Estimated Value $400 - 600
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Lot 1180
Antique Children's Shoes and Boots. A darling collection of mostly Victorian children's boots and shoes, each with their own unique style and character. Made of high-quality leather and adorned with buttons or laces, these shoes are a testament to the fashion and style of the Victorian era. They range in size and color, making them a versatile addition to any collection. Notably there is a pair of children's red leather shoes in the original Dr. Posner’s Scientific Shoes shoebox. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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Lot 1181
Margarete Steiff Teddy Bear 0155/38 Mama Bear and Baby Cub, 1981 Limited Edition, Signed By Hans Otto Steiff. Mama Bear and Baby Cub, from 0155/38 1981 Limited Edition Series (#1901 of 8,000) reproduction of the Steiff Teddy Bears of 1903, to celebrate the 101st anniversary of the House of Steiff. Mint condition; includes original certificate of authenticity with pen signature. Original box is slightly worn, plastic top slightly warped/cracked from storage. Mama Bear is 15" tall, and Baby Cub is 6" tall. Includes original orange ribbon wrapping. Buttons in ears note Steiff KNOPF IM OHR 0155/38 (front) and Made in W. Germany LTD ED 81 1901 (back). On the bottom of the feet are the signatures of Hans Otto Steiff and his wife, Birgit Eitle Steiff, and the date 1981. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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$250
Lot 1182
Antique Child/Baby Shoes. A charming collection of antique baby shoes, mostly from the Victorian Era, showcasing a variety of shoe styles ranging from soft-soled booties to lace-up shoes, all in a range of sizes suitable for infants and young children. Most of the shoes are made from soft leather and are stuffed with paper to help retain their delicate shape. This lot also features one pair of bronzed shoes. Estimated Value $400 - 600
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Lot 1183
A Huge Hug of Steiff Bears. Three vintage Steiff bears:
A 21" "Zotty" bear (used solely to describe the bears with open mouths), jointed and still wonderfully soft and fluffy.
A 26" jointed bear with brown mohair and wool. Button and tag in ear identifies it as 0202/66.
A beastly bear of 34", most likely a store display bear. Jointed and made with a warm brown mohair, slight damage on the snout, but otherwise is in great condition. Estimated Value $350 - 500
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$128
Lot 1184
Toy Truck: Near Fine Yonezawa US Air Force Missile Tin Truck and Launcher From 1956. Rare vintage Yonezawa US Air Force missile tin truck and launcher from the mid 1950’s. True to that era, the toy was manufactured with a white painted tin grill rather than chrome. Tin bumpers, headlights, signal lights, hood insignia, door handles, and side view mirror. The ramp raises and the extension folds open for launching or folds to close with ramp lowered for driving. The tin litho cab interior is bright and clear. The truck is well maintained for its age, the paint is still rich and shiny with very few scratches and some oxidation, most notably the side mirror. This vintage Air Force truck would make an incredible display by itself or as part of a tin toy or military collection. Length: 11" (truck alone); 12" (including ramp folded); 17" (fully extended). Width: 4.5". Height: 7" (with launch ramp closed). Missile not included. Estimated Value $300 - 400
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Lot 1185
Two Medium Steiff Bears Signed by H.O. Steiff and His Wife. 1.) 12.5" Honey Mohair Steiff Bear. Brass button and yellow tag in ear with red stitching "0155/32".
2.) 16.5" Honey Mohair Steiff Bear. Brass button and yellow tag in ear with red stitching "0155/42".
Both bears are in excellent condition and very clean; signed on foot pads in person by the signatures of Hans Otto Steiff and his wife, Birgit Eitle Steiff in 1985. Estimated Value $300 - 400
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$125
Lot 1186
Replica of The First 1902 Steiff Teddy Bear Designed By Richard Steiff. This 12" grey mohair bear is a replica of the first state teddy bear to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the bear. It has black glass stationary eyes and jointed movable shoulders and hips. The bear is in mint condition. Outside plastic top sheath shows discoloration consistent with storage. The ear button tag reads state 0150/32. A small stand in the box reads 1.Teddybär – Modell 1902 Design Richard Steiff. This bear is signed on the foot by Hans Otto Steiff in 1983. Estimated Value $300 - 500
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Lot 1187
Three (3) 1984 Cabbage Patch Kids, Mint in Original Boxes. A delightful trio of vintage Cabbage Patch Kids from 1984; The Cabbage Patch Kids craze was a phenomenon that swept the world in the 80s, and these dolls were at the heart of it. Each of these Cabbage Patch Kids is unique, with their own distinct personality and features. All three dolls are in mint condition, still in their boxes and attached to the green lining. Each doll has their birth certificate and adoption papers in the original envelope and all dolls have their original clothing and accessories. Two of the boxes show minimal tearing and the cellophane is crinkled and lifting due to storage. Estimated Value $300 - 500
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Lot 1188
Collection of Vintage Easter Toys Over 60 to 80 Years Old. A wonderfully bright and whimsical collection of Easter themed items:

1.) Five Western Germany paper mâché Easter eggs in various sizes. Great condition for their age and fragility
2.) Two vibrant 8" J. Chein tin litho toy depicting a well dressed rabbit in a blue jacket with checkered pants pulling an egg cart. The carts show some minor paint loss but all in all the entire toys are in excellent condition. Wheels move freely. One cart has two cotton rabbit toys sitting on plastic grass.
3.) Vintage 5" J. Chein tin litho egg shaped candy container. The egg shows some surface wear but overall is in great condition.
4.) Vintage J. Chein wind up tin litho bunny rabbit toy. Rabbit sits tilting forwards a little bit, touching the footplate, but the inner clockwork still works.
5.) Vintage Baldwin tin lithograph clucking hen/chicken toy. Crank handle turns and she still cackles. Originally little eggs would have come with it but there are no eggs with this toy.
6.) Tin ABC plate with Peter Rabbit and all of his friends, 8" in diameter.
7.) Charming vintage tin pitcher with depiction of ostriches and giraffes. Estimated Value $300 - 600
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Lot 1189
  Rare Antique Miniature Steiff Mohair Bear Circa 1910 with Steiff Button in Left Ear. Articulating Arms and Legs. Highly prized collectible of toy and bear enthusiasts. Antique (ca.1910) miniature Steiff mohair bear. Bear stands at 3½" tall with articulated arms and legs. Steiff button in left ear very legible and intact, some loss of mohair given the age, by all appearances the original scarf. A very good example of this bear that is very hard to find. A fine addition to any collection and immensely appealing. Estimated Value $300 - 500
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$179
Lot 1190
Very Fine Vintage Scale Model Cars Including a Daimler Straight 8, Shelby Mustang GT500, Mercedes-Benz 300SL, and More. 1:24 Bburago 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL in silver
1:24 Sunnyside 1968 Shelby Mustang GT500 in red
1:24 Sunnyside 1955 Ford Crown Victoria in black and white
1:25 Polistil 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL in red
1:43 Franklin Mint Precision Models 1950 Chrysler "Woody" Town and Country in shades of brown
1:43 Franklin Mint Precision Models 1950 Ford "Woody" Station Wagon in forest green
1:43 Western Models 1948 Daimler Straight 8 in black with white roof
Ertl 1932 Ford Panel Delivery Truck Promo for Super Bowl Card Show Atlanta. Estimated Value $250 - 300
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Lot 1191
Vintage Diecast, Cast Iron and Wooden Vehicles: Scarce Tootsietoy Firetruck, METAL Renwal Fire Truck, Military Trucks and More. A delightful collection of toy vehicles including: Hard to find Unmarked blue painted 1920's gasoline tank truck, Tootsietoy 1949 Ford F1 Pickup Truck with closed tailgate in mint green, Hard to find Tootsietoy 1947 Insurance Patrol Fire Truck in red with the driver, water cannon and searchlight intact, Hard to find Renwal Fire Truck (No. 146) in red (note that this is a metal toy, not plastic), and more. Call for more info. Estimated Value $250 - 300
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Lot 1192
Rare 1900 Kenton Magic Cast Iron Toy Pistol with Vintage/Antique Leather Children's Holster. Very scarce, Kenton Magic ca. 1900s cast iron 22 caliber blank shooter. Ornate casting with foliate design and textured pistol grip. Nice condition, superb patina and in working order. Length 6.25". Clearly a different time. Child's leather belt able to tuck 8 blanks along belt with pistol fitting snugly in holster. Both pistol, belt and holster were acquired together some 50 years past. Estimated Value $250 - 350
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Lot 1193
1930's Toys: Schuco Original Bigo-Fix, Schuco Jolly Mouse, J. Chein Tin Rabbit, and Two Kewpie Dolls. 1.) Vintage Schuco Original Bigo-Fix wind up poseable mouse in wonderful condition, but internal clockwork doesn't wind up.
2.) A well loved 1950's velveteen covered tin wind up Jolly Mouse that tumbles over. Felt and body fabric are a little worn, but still works.
3.) Vintage J. Chein wind up tin litho bunny rabbit toy. A few minor scuffs to the paint, but still works beautifully.
4.) Two delightful Kewpie dolls, each with its own unique charm and appeal. One of the dolls still has the red Kewpie sticker on its chest. These two Kewpie dolls are in excellent condition. Estimated Value $250 - 400
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Lot 1194
Spooktacular Vintage Halloween Collection Including Scarce Steiff Black Cat from Germany. 1.) Vintage Steiff scaredy Tom cat made from black mohair with bushy longer mohair tail, green glass eyes, red stitched nose and mouth. Has a great traditional arched back, original red ribbon around the neck, and Steiff button in the ear from 1952-53. In very good condition for its age with very minor signs of wear, specifically on the tip of the tail.
2.) Vintage Halloween litho candy tin (by Tindeco) with image of a girl dressed up as a witch on the lid and Halloween motifs printed around the tin.
3.) Vintage Halloween ornament depicting a little pumpkin man in a coat.
4.) Vintage handmade train with a textured black matte finish and three bright, grinning yellow faces. Stamped "Germany" on the front.
5.) Four pristine 1920s postcards. Estimated Value $250 - 400
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$485
Lot 1195
Steiff Somersaulting Teddy Bear (Purzelbär) Replica. A 1990 replica of the 1909 Steiff somersault Teddy Bear. His clockwork mechanism is wound up by turning his right arm and holding the left arm still. Button in ear notes Made in Germany Steiff KNOPF IM OHR 40553 (front) and L.ED of 5000 pcs. 1340 /1990 0164/29 (back). Chest tag is intact and notes Purzelbär Replica 1909. Certificate of authenticity is inside the box (#1340). Both the bear and the box are in excellent, near mint condition. Estimated Value $200 - 400
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Lot 1196
Uniquely Colored Vintage Mohair Growler Bear. This jointed 13" bear is possibly made by Schuco. It is in exemplary condition with short but still soft mohair. This bear's cotton backing has red threads running through it giving it a unique color. When tilted you can feel the growler in the bears chest, although it no longer makes the distinctive bear growl. Estimated Value $200 - 300
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Lot 1197
Two French Bisque Dolls: Full Bisque Poseable Doll and A Cloth Body Doll with Bisque Head. 11" Antique French doll bisque S.F.B.J. 236 Paris with a hard torso. Head, arms and legs are poseable porcelain. The doll has a short brown wig and brown glass eyes with open mouth and showing teeth. Left hand is missing the thumb and digit extremities are a little chipped.

9" Antique French doll bisque head with a cloth body. Head is fitted with brown eyes and blond mohair with an open mouth and teeth showing. Estimated Value $200 - 300
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Lot 1198
Vintage Hand Sewn Mickey Mouse Dolls from McCall Sewing Patterns as Licensed by Walt Disney Productions. Two well loved Mickey Mouse dolls, seemingly hand sewn, in overall good condition. One doll appears to be made from the vintage 1933 Mickey & Minnie Mouse 13.5" Doll Sewing Pattern, McCall 91, and fitted with a wire armature to aid in standing and posing. The other doll appears to be based off the same pattern, but with some artistic liberties taken with details and clothing. Estimated Value $200 - 400
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$121
Lot 1199
Modern Toys: Vintage "Moon Rocket" 1960 Battery Operated Tin Toy. Japan. Modern Toys 1960s vintage battery operated tin toy from Japan. In quite fine condition, the tin litho colors and colorful accents are in excellent condition with very few issues. Battery compartment and cover is very clean, the bubble cockpit having a minimum of scratches. Terrific shape!

8.7" length x 4.3" width x 3.5" height Clearly marked above battery "TRADE MARK (TM) MODERN TOYS" missing second astronaut or a small antennae affixed to top of toy. Estimated Value $200 - 250
The Santa Barbara Collection.
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$121
Lot 1200
Authentic Vintage Blue and Gold Salvatore Ferragamo Teddy Bear. This was a promotional silk teddy bear made by Ferragamo to advertise their mens ties. The teddy is made of authentic Ferragamo blue and gold silk remnants with the classic Salvatore Ferragamo tag across the footpad. The bear has hard black eyes, soft stuffing, and weighted beads to keep him sitting up. 18 inches standing, 12 inches sitting. Very cute and in very good condition with no stains, rips or discoloration. Estimated Value $200 - 400
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Lot 1201
Rare Vintage Original Pressed Steel Coca-Cola Truck. Displays Spectacularly Well. Rare beautifully refinished (by a combination of techniques including airbrush and overlays) Coca-Cola truck in near to mint condition. Truck stands 9.5" tall 21" in length and 6" wide. Rear swing gates open, close and latch perfectly. tires excellent, no dents or contusion. Tiny hairline scratch on one side panel hardly of note. Estimated Value $500 - 900
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Lot 1202
Two Exquisite Antique German Porcelain Dolls. Two exquisite antique German porcelain dolls showcasing the craftsmanship and artistry of the German doll makers of the late 19th century. These dolls feature beautifully painted blue eyes, delicately blushed cheeks, and detailed hairstyles. The doll in the green dress is in excellent condition for its age, with typical wear to the black paint of the head. The doll in the tan dress shows evidence of more handling and love, most notably a repaired neck. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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$242
Lot 1203
Desirable Original German Bisque Ball Jointed Doll. An exemplary German ball jointed bisque doll made by J.D. Kestner from the 1920s-1930s. A 13" child doll with the head markings "Made in Germany 167". She has an open mouth with 4 teeth showing and brown sleeping eyes. The doll is in her original dress and still has her original blond mohair hair. In great condition and all joints still move, however her lower leg joints are a little loose. Estimated Value $400 - 800
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Lot 1204
Two Superb Armand Marseille Bisque Baby Dolls in Original Christening Gowns. 16" antique bisque baby doll by Armand Marseille, Germany. This head is the 352 mold and incised: A.M. Germany 352/4 with molded and painted curly hair. The doll has a happy expression with blue sleep glass eyes, finely painted upper and lower eyelashes, and an open mouth with two upper teeth showing. He has very well modeled little ears and lovely coloring. The body is a soft, five-piece jointed composition baby body with molded plastic hands that can rotate. The doll wears an original long cotton christening gown, bonnet, and diaper, slightly discolored due to age.

10" antique bisque "dream baby" by Armand Marseille, Germany. This head is the 352 mold and incised: A.M. Germany 341/2 K. The doll has blue sleep glass eyes, finely painted upper and lower eyelashes, and a closed mouth. The body is a hard, five-piece jointed composition baby body. This doll also wears an original cotton christening gown and bonnet discolored with age.

Both dolls are in excellent, clean condition with no damages, cracks, or chips. Estimated Value $300 - 500
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Lot 1205
Toy Trucks: Large Toy Tonka Fire Department T-F-D Aerial Ladder Truck. Vintage 1958 Tonka TFD Hydraulic No.5 Fire Engine Fire Truck 32" long introduced in 1957. Hydraulics work and ladder does crank and extend with a little help. Truck has had light restoration and to its great advantage. 32" long 6" wide. Estimated Value $500 - 800
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Lot 1206
Toy Truck: 1969 Vintage Original Nylint, Pressed Steel Ford Econoline and Trailer. Near Pristine. Excellent Nylint pressed steel truck, beautifully kept without any issues. In choice condition, tail gate opens and shuts securely, no dents, contusions or scrapes. We only note a couple of spots of discoloration on the front bumper hardly of any note. 5.5" tall, 10" in length and 5" in width. Trailer 4" tall, 7.5" in length and 4' wide. Estimated Value $500 - 800
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Lot 1207
Toy Truck: Classic 1950s Tonka Hydraulic Dump Truck in Fine Condition with Dump Truck. Classic 1950's Tonka hydraulic truck. Lifting one of the levers, the spring loaded "hydrolic shaft" lifts the dump truck and very much still working. Truck was very well kept and looks fantastic given its 65-70 years in age. Tonka stickers solid, grill having only some spotting, windshield intact, just an overall fine toy truck sure to bring back memories. Estimated Value $400 - 600
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Lot 1208
One Medium Tin Truck Restored and Two Small Cast Iron Vehicles. All Three With Great Visual Appeal. Very appealing collection of three trucks. The larger tin pickup truck (favors a 1948 Diamond T201 Dually) was completely restored and very nicely re-finished with antiqued paints including bumpers and grills 6 x 11.5 x 5.5". The smallest 30s style automobile is a vintage original arcade cast iron truck with what appears to be its original paint. A screw that fuses the two halves of the two is possibly a replacement. 3 x 6 x 2" The larger cast iron dump truck may be vintage and not antique and appears to be a Chinese replica of sorts. Still heavy, tow cable and crank on driver's side works and dump bed does lift. 4.5 x 10 x 3". Again, all display beautifully and make for a great decor collection. Estimated Value $300 - 500
From the Collection of Gary LeMel.
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