Rare 1950s Monkey Shines Climbing Toy Set with Original Patents Photos History
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| Management number | 30301992 | Release Date | 2025/12/22 | List Price | $420.00 | Model Number | 30301992 | ||
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This is a remarkable, historically significant set featuring the original Monkey Shines climbing toy, its official U.S. patent documents, and a photograph of its inventor, Joseph Alan Banzhaf. Set includes:
The Monkey Shines game, a self-operating metal climbing toy designed to entertain with safe, colorful construction.
Two official U.S. patent documents, including one from 1950 (Design Patent No. 159,135) and another from 1951 (Utility Patent No. 2,568,908) granted to Joseph Alan Banzhaf and Rudolph C. Blaich. These patents outline the innovative mechanism behind this weight-operated toy.
An original photograph of the inventor, adding a rare personal touch to this collectible set.
The original Monkey Shines box and instructions from the Emporium Products Co., a company known for its unique mechanical toys.
This is an extraordinary collector’s piece, ideal for vintage toy collectors, patent enthusiasts, or those interested in mid-century American ingenuity.
| Category | Toys & Collectibles > Vintage & Antique Toys > Other |
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| Condition | Good |
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