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Linemar Marx Mint “Mechanical Honeymoon Express” #J-2498 Tin Lithographed Japanese Windup Honeymoon Cottage Train with Box *SOLD*

Linemar Marx Mint “Mechanical Honeymoon Express” #J-2498 Tin Lithographed Japanese Windup Honeymoon Cottage Train with Box

This tin lithographed windup “Mechanical Honeymoon Express” # J-2498 Honeymoon Cottage train with box was manufactured in Japan by Louis Marx & Co. of New York City, New York under their Linemar brand.

Our “Honeymoon Express” is new old stock. When wound with its dedicated key, the train moves around the track once the lever is pushed in to the on position. The windup mechanism works as it should and is strong.

The cardboard box is still there and in excellent condition. There is a tear in the lower left side corner and along the seam of the top box. The material is fragile so must be handled with care; we suggest Mylar wrap for the new owner and an insert of foam (so the toy box doesn’t sag with time).

Our example of this Linemar “Mechanical Honeymoon Express” is in excellent to mint original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch ups. This piece may show the usual patina, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, and wear that are to be expected from age and display. It is approximately 7” L x 7” W.  Marx is known for American tin lithographs, clean lines, and strong design work. This piece would look great in any collection. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.

 

 

A brief history of Louis Marx & Company/Linemar of New York City, New York:

Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was the most well-known toy companies through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. An interesting fact is that Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.

Linemar Co. Inc. or more simply Linemar toys was the trade name under which Marx toys were manufactured in Japan, then sold in the United States and other countries. The reason to make Linemar toys in Japan was to keep costs down. Under the Linemar name, Marx produced The Flintstones and other licensed toy vehicles (Linemar Tin Toys 2015). The Linemar line also included airplanes that were produced in the colors of KLM, Pan Am and other airlines.

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Weight 3 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 12 × 12 in
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