Collecting TV

Antique Gothic Hall Bench

2006-12-14T09:59:00.001-08:00

-beautiful example with dog motif!

International Antique Dealers Show NYC

2006-12-14T09:57:00.001-08:00

-inside the Pelham booth.

Steiner Antique Bisque Doll

2006-12-14T09:35:00.001-08:00

early automaton doll in action!

Antique Doll Doctor

2006-12-14T09:32:00.001-08:00

-watch antique dolls get repaired by an expert.

Vintage Masudaya SONIC ROBOT Train Gang of Five Toy

2006-12-14T09:06:00.001-08:00

Considered to be one of the "holy grails" of robot collecting, this is the ultra-scarce Modern Toys/Masudaya tin Giant Sonic Robot (aka "Train" robot), manufactured in Japan in the late 1950s and very early 1960s. It is believed to be the last member of the so-called "Gang of Five," a set of skirted battery-op robots that included Sonic, along with Radicon, Target, Non-Stop and Machine Man. These robots command the top spots in the pantheon of robot collecting, and prices as high as $42,500 have been paid for them individually at auction in recent years.

The robot stands an impressive 15 inches high, and is complete and all-original. There are a few light scratches. The battery compartment is clean and corrosion-free. Note the battery door has a very small crease. I had to look twice to notice. The colors are vibrant. All of the lenses are original, as well as the wheels.

Best of all, the robot works! I put in three batteries and every light in the head lit up and the toy easily moved around. Plus the train whistle could easily be heard. -opamerica

Vintage Marx Rollover Roll Over Tank #5 Tin Toy Wind-Up

2006-12-14T09:05:00.001-08:00

The toy is all original and in good shape! Note there are light scuffs but, overall, the litho is bright and colorful. There is also a small round rust spot on the top. The toy easily wound up. It ran but I thought it ran a little weak compared to the other rollover tank I have a on video. I'm assuming the motor needs a little oil or the spring isn't as strong. The tank measures 4" inches across and is 2 1/2" inches wide. All tin except for the wooden wheels. ... opamerica

VINTAGE LINEMAR MARX TOUCHDOWN PETE WIND-UP TOY

2006-12-14T08:02:00.001-08:00

VINTAGE LINEMAR MFG. CO. TOUCHDOWN PETE, TIN WIND-UP TOY! C. 1940-50 -opamerica
This rare find is made of tin and shows no dents and is complete, right down to the original body, legs, rollers, metal plate that makes him go up and down, and wind-up key. Winding mechanism works perfectly, and item is in great shape! There is no rust, and everything is original and intact. LITHOGRAPHING IS THE NICEST THAT I HAVE SEEN FOR THIS PIECE! This extremely hard to find antique wind-up toy is all original and is 4 1/2" high and 4 ½" long.
The toy easily wind up and will run. The lithographing is the brightest that I have seen. The colors are very bright and make a spectacular presentation on a collector shelf. This is a rare antique toy for the high-end collection, or to be displayed by an interior decorator for its whimsical and vintage look!

Vintage Yoshiya KO Robot Space Dog Wind-up Tin Toy

2006-12-14T07:54:00.001-08:00

Early tin lithographed, keywind, Space Dog finished in silver, red and black. Made in Japan by Yoshiya (KO). Antenna works on and off switch as dog walks forward with mouth opening and closing and ears flapping. Beautiful box, fresh and bright colors. Sparks are supposed to bevisible from behind his head and seen through the red translucent panel. I had diffuculty seeing any sparks. The wind-up mechanism is controlled by the antenna. A beautiful toy complete with it's rare box.

Antique Marx Ring-a-Ling Circus Tin Wind-Up Rare Toy

2006-12-14T07:50:00.001-08:00

Presenting a Marx Ring-a-Ling Circus Ring Master Circus Animals with Green Base. The very RARE and desirable Marx Ring-a-Ling Circus was purchased from a toy collector who had it displayed in a glass showcase for the last 30 years. The wind-up works and it appears that everything functions as it should. The toy is dirty especially on the green base. The toy displays very well. -opamerica

Antique Shepard Jonah and the Whale Cast Iron Mechanical Bank

2006-12-14T07:49:00.001-08:00

Presenting an original antique cast iron Jonah and the Whale mechanical bank. This bank has lots of its totally original paint present. There are no touchups to the paint. The bank is in superbly smooth working condition. All exterior components of the bank are original in all respects. Even the original trap (which is usually missing) is present.

There is one small interior component professionally replaced. That is the baffle which prevents coins from falling out of the bank. This piece can be viewed if you look deep down into the whale's mouth. More than 9 out of 10 Jonah Banks have this interior piece missing when they turn up. Many people do not even know that this piece should be in the bank.

Otherwise, this bank is totally original in all respects. It has some wear as clearly shown in the photos. But, it is a pleasing example with lots of original paint present. There are no cracks or chips to the iron anywhere on the bank. This bank measures 10 9/32" long. -opamerica

Vintage Made in Japan Celluloid Drummer Boy Wind-up Toy

2006-12-14T07:42:00.001-08:00

Presenting a vintage Celluloid Wind-up Drummer Toy with it's original box. The toy easily wound up and worked. He would drum while the head moved from side to side. The toy measures 12" high and is mounted on a wooden base. The head appears hand painted. Note there is some light fraying on some spots on the clothes and there is a tear on the top of one of the suspenders. I did not find any breaks or cracks. Marked on the bottom "Made in Japan". The box is also in very good shape and reads "Drummer Boy A Nifty Toy". -opamerica

Vintage Mettoy Crazy Cop Wind-up Toy Car

2006-12-14T07:41:00.001-08:00

Presenting a vintage Mettoy Crazy Cop wind-up toy car with it's original box! The car is in great shape. No broken or missing parts and the litho is bright and colorful. All tin except for the blue plastic helmet. I've read this car is C.1950. Marked " Made in GT. Britain" on the back. The toy easily wound up and ran in an erratic direction. Measures 6 1/2" inches long. This toy still has it's original box. The box has signs of wear and some tears on the cover. It has been shrunk wrapped for preservation. -opamerica

Vintage Marx Smokey Joe the Climbing Fireman Wind-up Toy

2006-12-14T07:36:00.001-08:00

Presenting a vintage Marx Toys 1940's Smokey Joe The Climbing Fireman tin wind up toy. Bright litho with no rust or dents, just some scratches on one side. Smokey Joe measures 8" inches tall. With the ladder fully extended, the toy measures 22" inches. Comes with box but please note missing end flaps and a small section near the top. I lightly wound up the toy and he started to shoot up the ladder. Other time, the toy needed a little help. Overall, this is a great example of Marx toymaking!

Vintage Roulette Wheel Calendar

2006-12-14T07:35:00.001-08:00

A vintage advertising roulette wheel calendar for the Bradenton Herald newpaper from Florida. I think it needs to be adjusted and there is a nut on the back where it can come apart. The wheels do spin but the day on the calendar does not always advance. Measures 5 1/4" inches tall. Made of plastic and there is a brass (or similar metal) on the front. Some light wear but in very nice condition. ... (more)

Vintage Montgomery Ward Airline Transistor AM/FM Radio

2006-12-14T07:32:00.001-08:00

A vintage Montgomery Ward Airline Transistor Radio. Brown and cream in color and is made of plastic. Measures 3 1/2" by 6" inches. The radio has a leather carry case. I did notice the leather strap is no longer on. AM/FM. The radio takes a 9-volt battery. Made in Japan. -opamerica

Vintage Chein Barnacle Bill the Sailor Tin Wind-Up Toy

2006-12-14T07:29:00.001-08:00

Presenting a vintage J. Chein Barnacle Bill the Sailor tin wind-up toy! C. 1930's. The litho is bright and colorful. Note some light scuffs and the is some oxidation on the back hat of the toy. I lightly wound the toy and it easily shuffled back and forth. Measures 6 1/2" inches tall. -opamerica

Vintage Modern Toys Tin Toy Santa Copter Helicopter

2006-12-14T07:27:00.001-08:00

Presenting a vintage SANTA COPTER battery operated toy. Made by Illco (Modern Toys) in the 1960's. The litho is bright and colorful. Some very light scuffs. The toy also comes with it's original box. Measures 9 1/2" long, The Santa easily powered up. The toy rolls, makes noise, and the prop spins. Box is in very nice condition, too! -opamerica

Vintage Mechanical Racing Trotter Wind-up Toy Mikuni

2006-12-14T07:26:00.001-08:00

Presenting a wonderful vintage Mechanical Racing Trotter with it's original box! The toy is made of lithographed tin and has great color and detail. The wind-up mechanism is on the horse's side and it does work. There is some very light surface scratching of the toy. I also notice the right reign string has come loose; I'm assuming it is an easy fix. The original box states the toy was Made in Japan by Mikuni and there is a Mikuni mark on the left rear on the horse. The top of the box has a fews small tears in it. The toy length is 6" inches and height about 4" inches. -opamerica

Vintage Roman Charlie Chaplin Vagabundo Wind-up Toy

2006-12-14T07:22:00.001-08:00

-great example of a tin toy in action.

antique marbles

2006-12-14T05:09:00.001-08:00