1920s German Penny Toy Butterfly

Collectibles : Toys : Penny Toys

 

From the 1920s Germany, a Butterfly Penny Toy. This bright multi-colored toy was sold on the streets of major cities in England, France, Germany and the United States. It sold for one penny!!

According to David Pressland’s The Book of Penny Toys, this little butterfly was manufactured in Germany by the Georg & Johann Einfalt Company, even though it does not bear their trademark. It is marked “Germany”.

This toy is in remarkable condition, considering it is over 80 years old! There is wear to the gold body, definitely from pushing this toy across the floor. But the colorful wings are in great condition. The undercarriage shows the typical wear associated with these miniature prizes.

When the toy is pushed (by the body, of course) the wings flap, giving the butterfly its realistic look.

Item ID: 0038