Vintage Alps Toys Friction Toy (c. 1950s)

$65.00

With its quaint depiction of a donkey pulling a man on a fruit cart, this Alps Toys friction toy is a charming vintage piece from the 1950s.

Made in Japan, it is crafted from tin, typical of toys from that era.

This piece would make a cherished piece in any vintage tin and friction toy collection.

Please note this toy no longer functions as intended and is for display only.

Only 1 left in stock

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Description

Vintage Alps Toys Friction Toy

 With its quaint depiction of a donkey pulling a man on a fruit cart, this Alps Toys friction toy is a charming vintage piece from the 1950s. Made in Japan, it is crafted from tin, typical of toys from that era. This piece would make a cherished piece in any vintage tin and friction toy collection. Please note this toy no longer functions as intended and is for display only.

This Vintage Alps Toys Friction Toy is currently available at Avonlea Antiques & Interiors, either online or in-store.

CONDITION:

It is our opinion that this piece is in fair condition. While the piece itself looks excellent, it no longer functions as a friction toy. Despite this, the colors still remain vibrant. We recommend using this piece for display only, not as a toy. Please use discernment.

We encourage you to thoroughly examine all the photographs provided, as they play a crucial role in understanding the item’s description and condition. Please note that all sales are final.

MEASUREMENTS:
  • Length: 5″
  • Width: 1.5″
  • Height: 2.3″
  • Weight: 1.4 oz

All measurements are approximate

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Tags: Donkey toy, Tin toy, 1950s toy, Collectible, Japanese tin, Mechanical, Retro, Friction-powered, Fruit cart, Mid-century, Antique, Tin litho, Classic, Japan-made, Toy collector item, Plaything, Tinplate, Nostalgic, Children’s, Tin friction, Miniature, Decorative, Toy car with donkey

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