Howdy Doody Acrobatic Toy, ca. 1950s, Celluloid and Metal, Signed by Maker
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Many good old toys were made out of celluloid, not many survived.
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"Santa Claus Cycle" Wind Up Toy with Original Box, Japan, circa 1955
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H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 3.63 in
"Santa Claus Cycle" Wind Up Toy with Original Box, Japan, circa 1955
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