Vintage Marx toys are ones that are on the tip top of my list when I am searching for vintage toys. While it is rare to find them in perfect condition, I have found quite a few.
Here is a short bio courtesy of the Marx Toy Museum:
Louis Marx has a history nearly as colorful as his toys. Described by many as an experienced businessman with the mind of child; Louis Marx’s ability to see into the minds of children around the world guided his toy creations and advertising efforts.
Louis Marx founded his toy company in 1919. During the height of the Great Depression in the 1930’s, when most people saw only financial despair, Marx saw opportunity. Marx opened factories in Erie and Girard, PA, along with their largest facility in Glen Dale, West Virginia. During the 1950’s, Louis Marx & Co. became the “largest toy manufacturer in the world,” with over one-third of all toys in the U.S. being Marx toys. Described as “The Toy King,” Marx appeared on the cover of the 1955 Time Magazine.
In 1972, at the age of 76, Louis Marx sold his toy company. Despite best efforts, no one had the gifted touch of Louis Marx and the company suffered a decline until the end. While Louis Marx and his company are now a part of history, his toys & the joy they bring children, young & old, live on…
Let's look at some that sold recently:
Here is a "Flints
It sold for $550
Here is a Coca Cola truck that sold for over $600!
Our friend Popeye in the Plane made $450.
If you are SERIOUS about selling vintage toys, I highly recommend you get some books for reference. When it comes to vintage toys there are so many different markings and identifying features, it's impossible to memorize them all. Keep the books in your car while you are out shopping, so you can reference them before you buy!
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