Bidspirit auction | A Group of Vintage Halloween

A Group of Vintage Halloween Tin Litho Noisemakers by U.S. Metal Toy Mfg. Co. and Kirchhof - A group of vintage Halloween tin litho noisemakers, primarily manufactured by U.S. Metal Toy Mfg. Co. and Kirchhof, dating to the early to mid-20th century. The collection comprises various forms including rattles, clappers, and horns, all crafted from brightly lithographed tin. Some examples incorporate wooden elements for handles or striking components. The designs feature classic Halloween iconography such as whimsical witches, grinning jack-o'-lanterns, ghostly figures, bats, black cats, owls, and skeletons, rendered in a distinctive illustrative style characteristic of the period. Manufacturer markings such as 'U.S. METAL TOY MFG. CO. MADE IN U.S.A.' and 'KIRCHHOF, MADE IN U.S.A.' are visible on several pieces.. Burns in-house shipping is available. Pick up is Wednesday, Oct. 29, from Noon to 7 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax is collected on this auction. AB245