{"product_id":"vintage-toy-lot-japan-rubber-squeak-toy-boy-sailor-doll","title":"Vintage Toy Lot Japan Rubber Squeak Toy Boy \u0026 Sailor Doll","description":"⭐ Vintage Toy Duo - A Pair of Childhood Survivors\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery once in a while you come across a pair of toys that feel like they've been riding around in the same toy chest for generations. This vintage duo brings together two very different pieces of mid-century childhood - a charming Japanese rubber squeak toy boy and a vintage sailor baby doll dressed in classic nautical style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rubber toy dates to the 1930s-1950s export era, when Japanese toy makers produced whimsical rubber figures for American dime stores. The back carries the classic star \"Japan\" export mark, and while the original squeaker mechanism is no longer present, the figure still has all the personality collectors love in early rubber toys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlongside him is a cheerful vintage sailor baby doll, likely produced in the 1960s-1970s, dressed in a classic white sailor shirt with blue striped pants and cap. These sailor-themed dolls were popular nursery and souvenir toys during the mid-century era and remain charming display pieces today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTogether they make a fun little vintage toy display pair - perfect for collectors, decorators, or anyone who appreciates nostalgic objects with a bit of story behind them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Identification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem 1 - Rubber Toy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Unknown Japanese manufacturer\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Rubber squeak toy figure\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1935-1955 (estimated)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Molded rubber with painted finish\u003cbr\u003eColor: Blue outfit with brown suspenders\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Star mark with Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem 2 - Sailor Doll\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Unknown\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Plastic baby doll with cloth clothing\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s-1970s estimated\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Plastic body with cloth outfit\u003cbr\u003eColor: White sailor shirt, blue striped pants, white cap\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Unknown (likely Asian export)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber, plastic, fabric\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber Toy Height: approx 7.5-8 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSailor Doll Height: approx 10-11 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox 1 lb combined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan (rubber toy)\u003cbr\u003eUnknown (sailor doll)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber Toy: approx 1935-1955\u003cbr\u003eSailor Doll: approx 1960s-1970s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Statement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth items show visible vintage wear consistent with age and previous play. The rubber toy shows paint wear and surface aging, and the original squeaker mechanism is missing from the back opening. The sailor doll clothing shows light staining and wear but remains intact. Both pieces display well and retain strong vintage character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Rating: 5 \/ 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⭐ Vintage Toy Duo - A Pair of Childhood Survivors\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery once in a while you come across a pair of toys that feel like they've been riding around in the same toy chest for generations. This vintage duo brings together two very different pieces of mid-century childhood - a charming Japanese rubber squeak toy boy and a vintage sailor baby doll dressed in classic nautical style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rubber toy dates to the 1930s-1950s export era, when Japanese toy makers produced whimsical rubber figures for American dime stores. The back carries the classic star \"Japan\" export mark, and while the original squeaker mechanism is no longer present, the figure still has all the personality collectors love in early rubber toys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlongside him is a cheerful vintage sailor baby doll, likely produced in the 1960s-1970s, dressed in a classic white sailor shirt with blue striped pants and cap. These sailor-themed dolls were popular nursery and souvenir toys during the mid-century era and remain charming display pieces today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTogether they make a fun little vintage toy display pair - perfect for collectors, decorators, or anyone who appreciates nostalgic objects with a bit of story behind them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Identification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem 1 - Rubber Toy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Unknown Japanese manufacturer\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Rubber squeak toy figure\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1935-1955 (estimated)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Molded rubber with painted finish\u003cbr\u003eColor: Blue outfit with brown suspenders\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Star mark with Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem 2 - Sailor Doll\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Unknown\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Plastic baby doll with cloth clothing\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s-1970s estimated\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Plastic body with cloth outfit\u003cbr\u003eColor: White sailor shirt, blue striped pants, white cap\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Unknown (likely Asian export)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber, plastic, fabric\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber Toy Height: approx 7.5-8 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSailor Doll Height: approx 10-11 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox 1 lb combined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan (rubber toy)\u003cbr\u003eUnknown (sailor doll)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRubber Toy: approx 1935-1955\u003cbr\u003eSailor Doll: approx 1960s-1970s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Statement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth items show visible vintage wear consistent with age and previous play. The rubber toy shows paint wear and surface aging, and the original squeaker mechanism is missing from the back opening. The sailor doll clothing shows light staining and wear but remains intact. Both pieces display well and retain strong vintage character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Rating: 5 \/ 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFun Fact\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore the plastic toy boom of the 1960s, rubber squeak toys were one of the most common toys sold in American five-and-dime stores. Millions were imported from Japan - yet relatively few survived because rubber toys wore out quickly during childhood play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecurely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo returns unless not as described\/pictured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecurely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo returns unless not as described\/pictured.","brand":"Star - Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46273189970070,"sku":"qS74MgruBr0d9Zdd","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/7036\/8406\/files\/03a1341d-045c-51ab-81db-cad28b30518b.jpg?v=1772569838","url":"https:\/\/highplainsheritagestudio.com\/products\/vintage-toy-lot-japan-rubber-squeak-toy-boy-sailor-doll","provider":"High Plains Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}