SG Tin Train by Gunthermann of Germany *SOLD*
SG Tin Train by Gunthermann of Germany For Sale
Tin German tin windup train by SG.  SG is also known as  Gunthermann (Günthermann) and was known for excellent quality toys at a fair price.  This windup features a large spring to scoot the floor train across the floor.
Condition is very good to excellent with original paint and glossy finish. Â The windup works well and toy properly functions. Â Paint chips present on high ridges on the right and left wheel arches. Â Gray paint darkening from age on wheels.
Beautiful detail on the yellow lithographed “whistle and piping” on the upper right and left side and side of boiler and cab. Â Wonderful lithographed gauge set within the cab with detail of the boiler door and handles.
All things Gunthermann are sought after, and this represents a fabulous condition toy at a fair price. Â The toy is over 100 years old!
S.G. Gunthermann Nuremberg, Germany
1877 – 1965
Founder: Sifried Gunthermann
Specialty: Began producing tinplate mechanical cars in 1898; also a number of comic and character wind-ups in the early 1960s. When founder died in 1890, his widow married Adolph Weigel; toys from that period on bore makers mark with a shield inside circle and initials A.S.G.W. Wiegels initials were removed following his death in 1919. Company was acquired by Siemens in 1965.
Additional information
Weight | 2.8 lbs |
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Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 12 in |