Space tin toys
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In the 1930s the cinema introduced children to space and the adventures of for example Buck Rogers. Interest in the unknown has continued throughout this century, and both fact and fiction have always influenced the toy market.
In 1959 Corgi introduced 'Rocket Age Models' influenced by the Cold War. Early examples of robots were probably based on Robby the Robot from the 1956 film The Forbidden Planet.
Battery powered
Using battery power, space robots have been made to speak and have flashing eyes and lasers. Thunderbirds, Dr. Who and Star Wars have inspired a range of collectible figures and accessories that are sought after by children and adults alike.
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Space value and price guide
What's your 'Space' worth? Here are some recently sold items (UK).
| Picture | Title | Date | Sold for |
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Talking Robot Box Yonezawa 1960s Japan | 09/2019 | £687.70 |
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Tin Toy Robot Conqueror W Orig Box Man | 10/2019 | £666.01 |
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Rare Bandai Japan 1960 S Tin B O Bus In | 08/2019 | £637.84 |
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X5 Patrol 8 20 3 Cm Japanese Tin | 08/2019 | £555.66 |
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Masudaya Capsule 6 Tin Battery Operated | 07/2019 | £469.99 |
See all sold items for more prices.
Books
Do you want to know more about collectible tin toys, and want to learn about value and identification? Take a look at these books on old toys on Amazon.