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November 29, 2021

antique toy auction

This Girl Skipping Rope mechanical bank was the top lot of the two-day sale, bringing $156,000. By J & E Stevens, this interesting bank is arguably the most coveted example for mechanical bank collectors. The clever design causes the girl to alternate feet and turn her head as she skips the rotating rope.
Auctions

The Schroeder Toy, Bank Collection Brings Millions

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A number of Santas will be up for bid, including a special Dresden Santa with a sack of toys and a feather tree that is estimated at $600-$900.
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Marklin Battleship, La Plata, clockwork, was the top lot of the Samuel Downey Jr. collection, after selling for $204,000, against an estimate of $50,000-$70,000. Hailing from Argentina, this battleship is in museum-grade condition, extremely detailed with a multi-level complex superstructure, and impressive to look at; 28” l. All images courtesy of Bertoia
Antiques

World-class toy collection sells for millions

Dec 9, 2019