“Chicago” clockwork paddle wheeler may surpass $200K in live, online auction

October 22, 2012 | Antique Trader Antiques Auction News | Leave a reply

Marklin paddle wheeler “Chicago,” circa 1900-1902, 31 inches long, accompanies by original box, actual example depicted on the dust jacket of the book “Allure of Toy Ships,” estimate $200,000-$250,000. Bertoia Auctions image.

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