Y3504

Antique Toys – Denominated

Fire Pumper

Collins Cover Announcement 

Antique Toys

Constructure Equipment-- (Denominated)

This is the second in my series of denominated Antique Toy covers where the first class rate of 37c is printed on the stamps. Toy construction equipment has always been a favorite with children, and these metal toys are from the early part of the century. Shown are a steam shovel with a small linked-chain that actually permiued the child to work the bucket/scoop arm. Also shown is an early steam roller based on a real-life model that revolutionized street construction.

This cover joins the "Airships" (Y3501) previously offered and still available at $l2.25. Antique toys on First Day Covers for these new stamps will continue to hold much appeal for collectors. As always, hand painted ones will command a premium, and I'm pleased to offer my "Construction Equipment" version. Collins #Y3504 - $12.25.