other - Tin toy - 1950-1960 - Japan
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Japan-origin tinplate set of seven vintage penny toy cars from the 1950s–60s, lithographed with integrated wheels and a friction drive, including 4 yellow/orange taxis, 2 blue ambulances with the Red Cross, and 1 red fire chief car labeled CHIEF F.D, measuring 3 × 6 × 1 cm, without original box, in good condition with minor wear (one rusted taxi underside and two taxis with wheels not running smoothly).
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A charming collection of seven vintage tinplate miniature toy cars, often referred to as "penny toys."
Produced in Japan during the 1950s to 1960s, these pocket-sized models feature highly detailed lithographed graphics.
The set includes a wonderful variety of service and city vehicles:
4x Yellow/Orange Taxis
2x Blue Ambulances (featuring the classic Red Cross emblem)
1x Red Fire Chief Car (labeled "CHIEF F.D)
condition & Characteristics
* Material: Lithographed tinplate with integrated metal wheels.
* Mechanism: Simple friction/push-along drive.
2 taxi wheels not running smoothly , others are good
* Condition: Good vintage condition with signs of age-appropriate wear, including minor paint scratches, superficial patina, and light scuffs that enhance their authentic retro character.
1 taxi underside has rust
A charming collection of seven vintage tinplate miniature toy cars, often referred to as "penny toys."
Produced in Japan during the 1950s to 1960s, these pocket-sized models feature highly detailed lithographed graphics.
The set includes a wonderful variety of service and city vehicles:
4x Yellow/Orange Taxis
2x Blue Ambulances (featuring the classic Red Cross emblem)
1x Red Fire Chief Car (labeled "CHIEF F.D)
condition & Characteristics
* Material: Lithographed tinplate with integrated metal wheels.
* Mechanism: Simple friction/push-along drive.
2 taxi wheels not running smoothly , others are good
* Condition: Good vintage condition with signs of age-appropriate wear, including minor paint scratches, superficial patina, and light scuffs that enhance their authentic retro character.
1 taxi underside has rust
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
other
Period
1950-1960
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good
Packaging
Without original box
Material
Tin
Width
3 cm
Height
6 cm
Depth
1 cm
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