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Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

Toy Cast Iron Truck Car Carrier; Three Cars by A.C. Williams American Circa 1930
By A.C. Williams Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
. This cast iron truck car carrier loaded with three blue "Austin" sedans ("Austin" embossed on the side
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1920s American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast iron standing bear money box by John Harper Co
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian patinated cast iron standing bear money box, registered design by John Harper & Co
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch Judy, 20th Century
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand-painted cast iron mechanical bank "Punch and Judy Bank." A vintage book of knowledge Punch
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Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Late 19th century Pair of Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of large cast iron andirons in the form of Tweedleddee and Tweedledum, late 19th century.
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1870s English Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Late 19th century Pair of Cast Iron Andirons
Late 19th century Pair of Cast Iron Andirons
$5,751 / set
H 21.5 in W 10.5 in D 28.5 in
Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule Barn Mechanical Bank C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule & Barn Mechanical Bank C1880. Measures - 5.25"H x 3.5"W x
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19th Century Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule 
Barn Mechanical Bank C1880
Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule 
Barn Mechanical Bank C1880
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
H 5.25 in W 3.5 in D 8.5 in
Mechanical Bank "Pelican, " Made of Cast Iron, circa 1878
By John Gerrard
Located in Incline Village, NV
The Pelican Mechanical Bank is made of cast iron and was manufactured by The J. & E. Steven's
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Yellow Cab Taxi, w/Driver by Arcade Co. ca. 1920 s, Original Condition
By Arcade Manufacturing Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
This cast iron Yellow Taxi Cab is in very fine condition with all original paint. It is hard to
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Eagle Eaglets Cast Iron Mechanical Bank by J. Stevens ca. 1890 All Original
Located in Petaluma, CA
One of the more popular mechanical banks, and from my own long time collection of these banks. Made for children to teach them to save their money by putting a penny away and have f...
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1890s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Miniature Cast Iron Linen Press with Schildkröt Doll, 1890-1900
Located in Delft, NL
A miniature cast iron linen press with Schildkröt doll, 1890-1900 An antique miniature mangle
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Late 19th Century European Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Vintage Children s Toy Savings Bank "U.S. Mail". American, Circa 1920
By A.C. Williams Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
manufactured circa 1920 by the A.C. Williams Company, Chagrin Falls, Ohio. They made many cast iron toys, banks
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical "Artillery Bank" by J &.E. Stevens, ca. 1890, All Original
Located in Petaluma, CA
with it. Made by the noted cast iron maker J.& E Stevens. These banks were sold to promote children to
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1890s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank Speaking Dog By The Shepard Co Ca 1885; with Original Wooden Box
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1884 by the Shepard Hardware Company in Buffalo, New York, this cast iron
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

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Cast Iron Mechanical "Novelty Bank, " American Late 19th Century
Located in Lake Forest, IL
The bank is activated by opening the door and placing a coin on the tray held by a figure, closing the door depositing the coin. Original paint. stamped on back of bank: pat'd June...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Models of Toy Soldiers
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Baltimore, MD
A rare pair of cast iron models of toy soldiers from Bradley and Hubbard Manufacturing Co
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19th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Hurley Green Painted Cast Iron Toy Bus Circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Hurley Green Painted Cast Iron Toy Bus Circa 1930 Measures- 2''H x 2''W x 5''D
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Early 20th Century Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Gnome Doorstop
Located in Charleston, SC
Cast iron gnome doorstop. Original paint early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Gnome Doorstop
Cast Iron Gnome Doorstop
H 14 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Cast Iron Boy Scout Mechanical Bank 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A painted cast iron mechanical bank offers Boy Scouts in an outdoor setting, 20th Measures- 6''H x
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Early 20th Century Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Figural Polychromed Cast Iron Mechanical Bird Bank Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique figural bank offers polychromed cast iron construction with mother bird feeding her nest
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Late 19th Century Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Polychrome Cast Iron Baseball Player Coin Bank Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Polychromed Figurative Cast Iron Baseball Player Sports Still Coin Bank Circa 1920
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Early 20th Century Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Scotty Doorstop, Early 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Cast iron scotty doorstop early 20th century.
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1910s North American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique William Tell J.E. Stevens Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique mechanical bank bank by J.E Stevens offers polychrome painted cast iron construction and
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Late 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Mechanical Cast-Iron "Novelty Bank" by J.E. Stevens Orig Condition, 1873
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique cast-iron mechanical "Novelty Bank" designer by C. Johnson for J. & E. Stevens, circa 1873
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19th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Large Oversized Cast Iron "Hook and Ladder" by Dent Rare , American, Circa 1905
Located in Incline Village, NV
Large cast iron, horse drawn fire toys (referred to as oversized) are much sought after by
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Early 1900s American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

"Eiffel Tower" Cast Iron Still Bank, Rare Variation, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
the designer and manufacturer of referenced 1063 foot structure, Gustave Eiffel. Made out of cast
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19th Century British Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Christmas Tree Stand in Original Painted Cast Iron, circa 1900
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A small square Christmas tree stand in original painted cast iron from circa 1900s. Decorated with
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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron "Flatiron Building" Coin Bank
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A small scale replica of the iconic New York City landmark. Produced by the Kenton Toy Co. of
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Early 20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

Antique Cast Iron Bank, House w/ Animals Peeking Out of Windows, ca. 1900
Located in Petaluma, CA
This whimsical cast iron bank should bring a smile to any face. This little house in the woods has
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Early 1900s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

American Cast Iron Mechanical Bank “Paddy and the Pig” By J&E Stevens
Located in London, GB
American cast iron mechanical bank “Paddy and the Pig” by J&E Stevens Seated upon the iron base is
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Metal

Large Decorative Horse and Carved wood Toy Wagon Cart Antique Dealer Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Large Decorative Horse and Carved wood Toy Wagon Cart Antique Dealer Los Angeles . A nicely Hand
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19th Century European Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Vintage Mechanical Elephant Cast Iron Bank Collectible Toy
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage mechanical hand-painted cast iron elephant coin bank. Mechanical bank in good working order
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Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Late 19th Century "Cabriolet" Horse Drawn Hansom Cab Cast Iron Toy by Kenton
Located in Incline Village, NV
American cast iron toy by Kenton Hardware Manufacturing Company, known as a "Cabriolet" or Hansom
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1890s American Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Milk Wagon, circa 1920s
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Petaluma, CA
lesson in collecting cast iron toys and banks was passed on to me over 45 years ago by an old time
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1920s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Milk Wagon, circa 1920s
Antique Cast Iron Milk Wagon, circa 1920s
H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.75 in
Arcade International Cast Iron Truck Circa 1920 s
By Arcade International
Located in Incline Village, NV
This truck was manufactured by the most prolific maker of cast iron toys during the 1920's, The
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Bank Building, Original Paint, ca. 1900
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Petaluma, CA
One of the nicer cast iron still banks of a Bank. The paint is in fine condition, and there is
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Early 1900s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank, "Watchdog Safe" in Cast Iron, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
was advertised as "Watchdog Bank"). The bank is made of cast iron and is decorated with a Roman type
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Mechanical Bulldog Bank, By J E Stevens, 1890 s, All Original
Located in Petaluma, CA
I am selling off my collection of mechanical banks, and this one was definitely one of my favorites. As I was taught by an expert in these banks over 40 years ago that "paint is the...
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1890s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Bank Building, Original Paint, ca. 1900
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Petaluma, CA
A nice example of a still bank in the form of a Bank. All original paint, in good condition. No losses, or repairs. A nice gift for anyone.
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Early 1900s American Other Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank "Lion Hunter, " American Toy, circa 1911
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1911 by the J. & E. Stevens Company in Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron
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1910s American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

"Pike s Peak" "Forty Nine r" Cast Iron Mule Drawn Covered Wagon, circa 1911
Located in Incline Village, NV
Original cast iron mule drawn covered conestoga wagon with original driver, wheels, and mules. A
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

"Old Woman In The Shoe" Pull Toy Manufactured by Ive s, circa 1890
By Ive s Corporation
Located in Incline Village, NV
Rare American pull toy made in 1890 by the Ive's Corporation entitled "Old Woman in The Shoe
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank "Leap Frog, " circa 1891
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1891 by The Shepard Hardware Company in Buffalo, New York, this cast iron
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1890s American Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Incline Village, NV
) is one of the later cast iron mechanical banks made in the United States. "Monkey Bank" was
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1920s American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
H 7.75 in W 3.19 in D 8.88 in
Uncle Sam Cast Iron Toy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderful Uncle Sam cast iron toy with horses and carriage. Extras include 3 bags of mail and a
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Early 20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

Uncle Sam Cast Iron Toy
Uncle Sam Cast Iron Toy
H 6.75 in W 13 in D 5.375 in
Sculptural Folk Art Toy Horse with Rare Cast Iron Head
Located in London, GB
Raised on a Platform Base and Original Wheels Carved Block Constructed Painted Wood and Cast Iron
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1870s Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

Cast Iron Surrey
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant Sunday outing depicted in cast iron.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

Cast Iron Surrey
Cast Iron Surrey
H 5.875 in W 12.5 in D 3.5 in
Cast Iron Penguin Door Stop
By Littco
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cast iron door stop in the form of a penguin with bow tie. circa 1920's by Littco Manufacturing, PA.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Cast Iron Penguin Door Stop
Cast Iron Penguin Door Stop
H 10.5 in W 4 in D 5 in
Painted Fire Truck by Hubley
Located in Stamford, CT
Painted fire truck in cast iron with original wheels and original paint by Hubley, circa early 20th
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Early 20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Painted Fire Truck by Hubley
Painted Fire Truck by Hubley
H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 5 in
19th Century French Painted Toy Wooden Horse with an Iron Head
Located in London, GB
Unusual French late 19th century carved wooden and painted toy horse with an iron head and an
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Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Early Cast Iron Black American Mammy Coin Bank
Located in Southampton, NY
Vintage cast iron bank in original condition and original paint. Aunt Jemima "Mammy" iconic hands
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Late 19th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron

Antique French Painted Zinc and Cast Iron Hobby Horse, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
a cast iron frame with foot pedals as stirrups. The body of the horse is crafted in zinc and has
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Early 1900s French Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Iron, Zinc

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Lot of Deer, Rabbit Hunter Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of 14 Putz stick-legged Deers, Bunny Rabbits, Fox and a Hunter. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene or paradise yard garden figures. As...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Composition

Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original hand-painted canvas sideshow banner for carnival midway sideshow entrance. Not signed but most likely out of Chicago Tent and Awning's banner shop. Original wood strip attac...
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1950s American Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Canvas

Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
$1,600
H 126 in W 12 in D 0.13 in
Antique Collectable USN Brass Bell
Located in Alhambra, CA
Antique WWII or earlier brass US Navy bell. Very heavy solid brass retired naval bell, engraved with "USN". Rings loud and clear (see video for an example). Mountable via attached or...
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Mid-20th Century American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Brass

Antique Collectable USN Brass Bell
Antique Collectable USN Brass Bell
$1,000
H 11 in Dm 9.5 in
Brass Bird Cage - 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely 19th century brass birdcage Beautiful small, very refined model with two brass eating containers which are very well sculpted The uprights are twisted which is unusual and ve...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Brass

Brass Bird Cage - 19th Century
Brass Bird Cage - 19th Century
$1,072
H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 9.06 in
Kawaii Kyoto Geisha Doll in Lucite Display Box
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful Geisha girl draped in a beautiful kimono. Her face is made of porcelain. She is wonderfully painted and comes in a lucite display case. The display case size is ...
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20th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Porcelain, Fabric

Kawaii Kyoto Geisha Doll in Lucite Display Box
Kawaii Kyoto Geisha Doll in Lucite Display Box
$560
H 17.5 in W 9.25 in D 9.25 in
Mexican Arbol de la Vida Tree Life Dolls ColorFolk Art Ceramic Clay Candelabra
By Marco Antonio Castillo
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This colorful tree of life (árbol de la vida) with a toy like aspect is a unique piece by Marco Antonio Castillo, son of renowned artist Alfonso Castillo. Hand made with natural clay...
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2010s Mexican Folk Art Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Ceramic, Clay

Hermanos Calavera Diablo in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
By Ilse Silva, Wooda, Miguel Silva
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Composed of a rhythmic stack of oval compartments, this bookcase creates visual impact through form and contrast. Shown in a rich Batavia Black exterior with a warm fruitwood interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Wood

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase
Infinity Modern Open Bookcase
$5,535 / item
H 79 in W 72 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Fish Wicker Rattan Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Fish pendant lamp made of wicker. A wonderfully playful design. A lamp with character, literally. The wicker body of the lamp forms a fish body with its mouth wide open. Inside is a...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Wicker, Plastic

Antique Native American Plains Indian Doll
Located in Highland, IN
Here is an exceptional piece, fresh from a vintage estate. This beautiful antique Native American doll has incredible presence and a fantastic patina from years of play. Measuring 1...
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19th Century American Native American Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Leather, Beads

Antique Native American Plains Indian Doll
Antique Native American Plains Indian Doll
$875
H 15 in W 7 in D 2.75 in
Japanese 18th Century Style Lacquered Coffee Table With Scenes of Horses
Located in Stamford, CT
Japanese style equestrian themed lacquered square coffee table with a lift top that opens to a large storage area. The top and sides decorated with decoupage equestrian scenes of ind...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Wood

Alice s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll
By Lewis Carroll
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Carroll, Lewis. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland [together with] Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There. London: Macmillan & Co. Ltd., 1959, 1955. Illustrated by John ...
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1950s English Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Leather, Paper

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Other

"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book
Located in New York, NY
Explore the stars and planets and beyond through art over the ages – an international panel of experts take you on a journey through man's record of the universe – from ancient cave ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Paper

"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book
"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book
$60 / item
H 11.38 in W 9.88 in D 1.35 in
Vintage Original Disney Snow White Seven Dwarf Rubber Squeaker Toy Figures
By Walt Disney Productions
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage Set of Snow White and the seven Dwarf squeak rubber toy made by Ledraplastic Italy in the 1960s. These toys have a peculiar asymmetric position of the ears making it particul...
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1960s Italian Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Plastic, Rubber

Vintage Original Disney Snow White 
Seven Dwarf Rubber Squeaker Toy Figures
Vintage Original Disney Snow White 
Seven Dwarf Rubber Squeaker Toy Figures
$440 Sale Price / set
21% Off
H 14.5 in W 6.25 in D 6.5 in
Ferrari telephone , 80s Miami Vice Era Phone , Vintage Telephone , Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Ferrari Telefone / Decorative Object / Limited Edition piece of the 80's It may not be white, but Miami Vice vibes are guaranteed with this funny and rare "Ferrari Testarossa" ...
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1980s Hong Kong Modern Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles

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Plastic

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Antique Cast Iron Toys Collectibles For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique cast iron toys collectibles for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and fabric, all antique cast iron toys collectibles available were constructed with great care. Antique cast iron toys collectibles have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique cast iron toys collectibles are generally popular furniture pieces, but Folk Art and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Dent Hardware Company, J. E. Stevens Co. and Arcade International each produced beautiful antique cast iron toys collectibles that are worth considering.

Finding the Right Toys-dolls for You

Antique, new and vintage toys and dolls of years past — handmade folk-art toys such as wooden train sets, dolls, rocking horses and more — can be enjoyed by the young and old alike.

Children as well as nostalgic grown-ups are still finding pleasure in toys and objects designed specifically for playtime that are, in comparison to today’s digital device-oriented distractions, far more modest in nature. In contemporary interiors, gently aging toys are wonderfully uncomplicated decorative objects primed for display in a cabinet or other case piece.

With their romantic appeal and frequent incorporation of natural materials, some vintage toys and folk-art toys are treasured collectibles, showcasing the beauty of handmade craftsmanship. Alongside other works characterized as folk art — in this case, visual art, typically reflective of a community’s culture and usually handmade by craftspeople working within a popular tradition — handcrafted vintage toys are historical works of art worthy of any collector’s mantel. These are toys that tell a story of the time in which they were produced and the people who produced them.

Like any artifact, toys provide a window into the past. The ornamental dolls of the Victorian era, for example, produced in Germany and England, made of ceramics such as porcelain and dressed in textured fabrics, speak to the fashion of the era and will add a pop of color and a decorative flourish to the neutral corners of your home.

Mid-century modern toys and dolls are as sophisticated as the widely cherished furniture of the era. As much as they thought good design for the home should be available for all, iconic American design duo Charles and Ray Eames believed in making durable and interesting products for kids too. Today, their Eames Elephant is available from Vitra and Herman Miller, and it doesn’t even require a digital screen.

Explore a unique collection of antique, new and vintage toys and dolls as well as folk-art toys on 1stDibs.

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