Vintage

Battery Operated 1950’s Tin Toy CHEF COOK Flips Egg Japan “Y” Works Great

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We’re very excited to be offering a very special group of 1950’s & 1960’s tin vintage toys, fresh to market after being in storage for decades at the collector’s home. Quality ranges from “top of the line” new in boxes for discerning collectors, but also includes wonderful opportunities for the beginning Toy collector as well.  VERY entertaining, delightful adult collectibles for the “young at heart!”

We’ve tested them all, and condition is as noted.  Many have video’s to show you the working condition.

Pictured above is an original “CHEF COOK” toy by Y Company, excellent lightly used condition.  A major toy, works very nicely, very entertaining.  See all the vintage battery and wind up toys at our eBay store connectibles.

81 Pipes Currently Listed including Estate Briar Pipes LOT 3 Pipes Lon England, Hallmark, LHS Block, Meerschaum

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We’re selling a very interesting group of vintage Tobbaciana, fresh from a local collection. Owner said they range from pre-war to 1970’s. Over 500 pieces in total, keep checking back. Great assortment, something for the beginner OR advanced collector.

Pictured on the left is a lot of three assorted mid-century tobacco vintage pipes.


  • Pipe Lon made in London, England.  Brand of the pipe shop run by Lon Schwartz who was first US reseller for Preben Holm in 1967-68.
  • LHS in diamond Certified Purex, Imported Briar. Silver Band.
  • HALLMARK Briarcraft B (in diamond) yellow shield
  • Each in very good overall condition, some wear on bit.

Pictured here is a nice Meerschaum Pioneer Pipe – genuine Block Meerschaum, smooth & carved bowl.  Excellent overall condition with some wear to bit.

 

Andy Rooney Estate – Two Madame Alexander 1954 MARY ELLEN Companion Dolls 31″ Twin

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We were fortunate to have participated in an estate sale at Andy Rooney’s Connecticut home a few weeks ago.  (scroll below for a picture of the house and the crowd waiting.)  This was a very special event, and gave us an opportunity to obtain some wonderful collectibles to bring to you, his loyal fans.

Rooney had 2 identical twin girls, born in 1950. At the estate sale they were offering the 2 companion PLAYPAL size dolls that each girl was given in 1954- 1955. This listing features Twin “A” doll – a Madame Alexander MARY ELLEN hard plastic 31″ large companion size walker.  Unusual MA walker doll, only offered for one year by Alexander.  Especially interesting because of the Rooney twins connection. 

Doll Details:

  • Hard plastic, rooted nylon hair, sleep eyes, very lovely mouth.
  • Face paint is excellent, overall condition very good with some scuff marks on paint as shown in photos.  Overall VERY clean, original hair style can use a little refreshing but still excellent.
  • Stringing is loose in legs and she cannot stand on her own; we are including a doll stand.
  • Outfit is not original MA but is 1950’s untagged and charming; bloomers & socks & shoes I believe are factory original. Includes a vintage ladybug pin for extra sweet detail that was placed on the top of the collar!  All clothing shows some wear (some tears on nylon socks) but the ensemble displays very nicely and is of the fifties.

The two dolls have been together for over 60 years; we have them listed separately, but it would be so excellent if bidders have interest in keeping them as a set.

Please check our eBay Store Connectibles for these dolls and other Andy Rooney collectibles.

Two Vintage 1930’s Portable Typewriters w/ case – Underwood 77 Noiseless – Smith Corona Maroon Silent Unusual Excellent

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Pictured here is a Underwood Vintage 77 Noiseless Typewriter with Original Case and Cover.    This typewriter has been stored for years in the case, which accounts for its excellent condition.

I doubt that you will find this 1930’s Underwood Noiseless in better condition, this is a real beauty.  The cover has some flaws at the corners, but is still intact with good graphics.  The case is in very good condition with two original case keys.

Pictured on the left is a Vintage Maroon LC Smith Corona Portable Typewriter with Original Case.    This typewriter has been stored for years in the case, which accounts for its excellent condition.

This is a great looking typewriter and really stands out in the maroon color. The case is also in good condition.

Many photographs and a more detailed description are included on eBay for a better evaluation of the condition.  Both of these beautiful typewriters can be found in our eBay Store Connectbiles.

US Army Hour 1960’s Good Morning VIETNAM type Vinyl Record Radio Show T-471 EXC

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We’ve just obtained a wonderful original collection of vinyl LP recordings of “The Army Hour” radio show that were broadcast during the Vietnam War in the 1960’s-70’s to the military.  Reminds me of the “Good Morning Vietnam” type of show.  Visual condition of most appears excellent.

12″ LP record album produced by the Office of the Chief of Information, Department of the Army. Each program is on one side of the 33-1/3 rpm record and runs 25 minutes and features Vietnam combat news stories & popular music of the time. Also includes the printed information describing the content for the Program Director of the show. Some are dated.

Show here is Program T-471 and Program T-472. Details:

T-471:

History of Panthathlon training. Interview with an Army soldier who was on the 1968 U.S. Olympic Team in the Panthathlon.
Music: Hawaiian War Chant, U.S. Army Band dedicated “The Spirit of Victory” to the Pentathlon, I Can’t Stop Loving You by the Surf-casters, and Steve Lawrence singing “There’ll be some Changes made.”

T-472:

Interview with a volunteer Combat Nurse serving in Vietnam.
Story of a helicopter test pilot.
Music – Until the Real Thing Comes Along, Song of the Army Nurse Corps, songs by Army Dance Band.

These are remarkable and hard to find recordings. We’re listing them one at a time.  See all of them in our eBay store: Connectibles.

Antique Inkwell P.S. & W. Peck Stow Wilcox 1877 Cast Iron Stork EXC 3 pc Set

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Pictured here is a wonderful antique cast iron inkwell, complete with pressed glass insert and lid. Made by Connecticut’s Peck, Stow & Wilcox Company circa 1877, it’s in overall EXCELLENT condition with no breaks or repairs.

  • Stand measures 4″ x 3-1/2″ x 5″, and has ornate decoration. Top shows a stork with places for 3 pens; bottom stand has 4 feet on the base and elegant rising sun motif.
  • Pressed glass ink bottle has elegant square shape, and measures 2″ square. On the bottom the impressed words “PS&W co. Pat Dec 11, 77” appears. Glass is smooth, no chips, remnants of ink inside that I leave to lucky new owner to clean if you choose.
  • Lid is secure and fits beautifully.

Hard to find one of these in better condition!  Please look at this great inkwell and other collectibles in our connectibles eBay store.

Lenox “Great Castles of the World” The Tower of London England dating to 1078 New In Box

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We’re delighted to be offering several LENOX Great Castles of the World. This listing features the Tower of London that stands on the north bank of the Thames River in East London.  The original owner had them safely packed away in storage, all are in NEW condition with original packaging and original shipping box.

Quoted from Lenox:

“Until the reign of James I in the early 17th century, the Tower of London served as a royal residence.  It has also been a fortress, prison, the royal mint, an observatory, a military barracks, a place of execution, city zoo and a storehouse for ordnance, records and animals.  The oldest part of this ancient fortress is the white tower, dating back to 1078, shortly after the Norman Conquest of England.”

The Castle measures 10 inches X 8 1/2 inches X 4 1/2 inches and displays beautifully.

Please visit our eBay store connectibles to see the complete collection of castles.

Player Piano Roll 2 Duo-Art Aeolian 6057-4 Kamennoi-Ostrow 6717-4 Cantabile

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We’re offering a large group of original antique Player Piano Rolls. Hard to find, perhaps you will find some to add to your collection.  Untested, but condition based on appearance for most is very good with exceptions noted. All are by Duo-Art, Aeolian Company. Please scroll for additional photographs; click to enlarge and see further identification of the actual music.
Pictured here is a set of 2 rolls in the 3″ x 3″ bigger box. Boxes show some wear, condition of rolls is very good to excellent unless indicated.  Includes:

  • 6717-4 Andante Cantabile, played by Harold Bauer. Signed box and roll. Very good condition.  Composed by Rubinstein.
  • 6057-4 Kamennoi-Ostrow,  played by Harold Bauer. Signed box and roll. Very good condition.  Composed by Tchaikovski
  • We have many others listed, and have about 100 more to list; happy to combine shipping if size permits.

Be sure to visit our eBay store – connectibles.

 

Vaccum Tube Vintage Radio Electronics Set 2 Sylvania 6LQ6 6JE6C Korea

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We’re offering a large group of vintage radio tubes from a local estate, and are listing in our eBay store as we found them.  Some are new “old stock”, but all have been untested, visual condition only can be described. Sold “as shown.”  Most are dusty and can use a cleaning. Please check back frequently we have close to 200 tubes to list.

Shown here is a set of 2 tubes 6LQ6 / 5JE6C in a Sylvania box. One is marked Sylvania in USA; other has lightening bolt “S” symbol and is marked Korea.

Lionel Post-War 736 2-8-4 Berkshire Engine w/Tender 2046W

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Lionel Engine and Tender

Pictured here is a  Lionel Post-War #736 2-4-8 Berkshire Engine with a 2046W Tender.  The engine and tender are in very good condition and come with their original boxes.  The boxes show wear and the tender box has one end completely without flap.  The engine could use a good cleaning after years of storage.

I have included many photos in our eBay Store listing so that you can inspect the condition very closely.  This is a great looking classic Lionel train, great for any collector.  See this, and many other collectible items in our eBay store connectibles.