Prehistoric to Playstation – A History of Children’s Toys

May 17, 2008 – 10:39 pm | by ToyFlashback

By Gary Clay

Traditional toys and games have been a part of society and culture all over the world for thousands of years, possibly since the beginning of time. As long ago as 6000 B.C., we know of the existence of games similar to modern day chess. Babylonians in 4000 B.C. also played a board game similar to traditional games of checkers and chess.


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Collecting Marx Toy Soldiers, Action Figures and Playsets – Classic Toys From Louis Marx and Company

May 17, 2008 – 8:19 pm | by ToyFlashback

By Jenni Kerala

Marx Toys on eBayDo an instant survey about things collectors usually collect, and for sure you’ll come up with a list that includes toy soldiers and playsets from toy manufacturer Louis Marx and Company. Collecting Marx action figures is a very popular hobby and pastime, especially among men who spent their childhood years playing with Marx toys.


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Restoring Classic Tin Toys

May 17, 2008 – 7:46 pm | by ToyFlashback

By Arturo Ronzon

Once upon a time, tin was the mainstay of the toy industry. Every conceivable toy was made from tin because tin is easy to mold into various shapes and sizes. Children played with tin toy trains, tin toy cars, tin drums and even tin toy pistols. Tin was the medium and toys were the products. Now everything is plastic. The fun factor of toys has not diminished, but the children who grew up with tin toys do fondly remember the good old days.


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How to Make a Fortune From Antique Toys

May 17, 2008 – 6:06 pm | by ToyFlashback

By Pat Higgins

Vintage & Antique Toys on eBayAntique toys are becoming very rare and collectible, but due to their age, many have some slight imperfections. This is something you have to consider when buying them, as a toy which has an original part missing or broken is worth less in value than a perfect one; this will reflect in its sale price if you ever want to sell it at a later date.


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