Toys for sale | Toycardon

Toys from the 19th century to today: German tin toys, bisque dolls, Steiff, King & Country and Del Prado soldiers, Japanese robots, and modern Funko Pop, Barbie, Playmobil and Mattel figures.

What you will find here

A wide mix of toys across three eras. Older pieces include tin toys from German makers of the 1920s and 1930s, antique bisque and porcelain dolls, and Steiff soft toys. From the later 20th century there are Japanese robots, Mattel's Masters of the Universe, and toy soldiers from King & Country and Del Prado. Modern collectables include Funko Pop figures (some signed), Barbie special editions and Playmobil sets.

Terms used in the listings

Tin toy: lithographed sheet-metal toy, often clockwork (wind-up).
Bisque: unglazed porcelain, used for the heads of many antique dolls.
Silkstone: the resin-like material used for some collector Barbie dolls.
Era: listed as 1400-1900, 1900-2000 or after 2000.

Condition and packaging

Condition runs from Mint and Near mint through Very good, Good and Reasonable. Packaging is stated separately: with original box, sealed original box, damaged sealed box, replacement packaging, or unboxed. On tin toys, look for rust, paint loss and whether the mechanism still works. On dolls, check for cracks or repairs to the head and hands, and whether the clothing is original.

Before you buy

Check the dimensions, since photos can make small toys look larger. Some items are bundles of several pieces; the title states the number. Most toys here are between about EUR 400 and EUR 1,400. Every item is a single piece with free shipping and a ship-by date on its page.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if a tin toy is old?

Early tin toys are usually lithographed sheet metal joined with folded tabs rather than screws, often with a clockwork motor and a maker's mark or country of origin such as 'Germany'. Wear consistent with age, such as rubbed paint at contact points, is typical. Reproductions tend to have brighter printing and modern fixings. Checking the maker and model number against reference books helps.

What does 'Mint in box' mean for a toy?

Mint in box means the toy is in unused, as-new condition and comes with its original packaging. Collectors distinguish between a sealed original box, an undamaged opened original box, a damaged box and replacement packaging. Each listing here states the condition and the packaging separately, so you know exactly what is included.

Are signed Funko Pop figures authenticated?

Signed Funko Pop figures are often sold with a certificate from a third-party authentication company. How reliable that is depends on the company that issued it. Before buying, look at what documentation is shown in the photos and, where a certificate number is given, check it on the authenticator's website.