Codeg Productions Tin Lithographed “Merry Builders Automatic Sand Toy” for Sale

Codeg Productions Tin Lithographed “Merry Builders Automatic Sand Toy”

This piece is a tin lithographed Codeg Productions Tin Lithographed “Merry Builders Automatic Sand Toy” that was manufactured by Cowan de Groot/Codeg Productions of London, England. This company was most famous for being one of the first companies to procure licenses for the Doctor Who series in 1965 and for producing a line of Dalek Robot toys that became fan favorites.

This scarce British piece is comprised of a tall brick building and 3 builders on different levels with plastic hods on their backs. When sand is poured into a hopper at the top sand filters down pouring from one builder to the next until it empties into your chosen receptacle.

With not many to compare this to out there this piece is in very good all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch-ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that is to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 16” L x 6 ¼” W. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.