MARX WHITEHALL WOOLY MAMMOTH TAN DINOSAUR Second Series Mold PL - 1083
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:1932436 | Handmade: Yes |
| Material: Plastic | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Species: Elephant |
New To YOU!!
All Marx Dinosaur figures were solely Made in America.
What you are bidding on is one (1) MARX WHITEHALL WOOLY MAMMOTH in Flat TAN plastic. From ~1989-1992 the Whitehall Games company of Newton, ...Massachusetts had possession of the MARX DINOSAUR Second Series PL-1083 Mold.
The following quote is from:
Marx Dinosaurs and Dinosaur Playsets 1955 to 1980-
Marx Mold Dinosaurs post 1980
By Joe DeMarco and Mike Fredericks
"
Perhaps the least known, least circulated, but overall best Marx dinosaur mold production was created by Whitehall Games of Newton, Massachusetts. Whitehall... owned three of the Marx molds and produced the pieces in distinct and memorable colors; reddish brown, deep rich green, butterscotch, burgundy and tan. The quality control of Whitehall pieces is impeccable and they are perhaps, crisper, better renditions than even Marx playset originals. The Whitehall pieces have no mold sprues, no excess plastic, and no flaws. They are perfectly molded and are virgin like in presentation. The colors are distinct and the only true giveaway as to the production company as they are different than any other Marx production color. The Whitehall pieces were sold loosely and regionally on the east coast mainly through museum shops."This is one of these beautiful and rare Whitehall Games figures. It has been in my personal collection for decades and is now being offered as neither my children nor grandchildren have any interest, finding videogames and netflix more fulfilling than their own imaginations.
The Louis Marx Toy Company produced hundreds of thousands of plastic/rubber toys until it closed its doors in 1979. One of the most popular toys that it produced were a series of twenty- three (23) Dinosaurs. These figures were produced in groups or sets of what were referred to as "mold groups, " each mold group consisting of three, five to eight different figures.
These are in Mint, original condition. Unchewed upon by errant teethers or Teethe-Rexes.
More information about the Marx Dinosaurs can be found here:
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/Marx-Toys.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/louis-marx-and-company.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/marx-playset-monograph.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/marx-playset-monograph-Part-2.html
Please note. Now that eBay charges fees for the entire purchase price, including shipping, I considered just offering "free" shipping and folding the S&H into the item price. This, however, would no longer allow me to offer a combined shipping discount, so I have forsworn doing so. This does leave me at the buyer's mercy in the DSR ratings so if you have a question about my S&H please feel free to contact me regarding it. Thank you.
This item may not be mailed to Italy. If you are in Italy please contact me prior to bidding.
Caveat Emptor?: Not really, more 'buyer be aware.' I am a private collector and a personal consumer. I am NOT a retailer. I do not have a stock of "inventory" or buy things wholesale. Everything I sell, whether as New, Used or 'Other' has been bought and paid for at retail and often with taxes and/or shipping as well. I price at close to what I paid and so do not have much of a margin. Everything I sell must be considered as pre-owned and comes as-is. I provide a photo, will gladly provide more and give a full and accurate description of each item including any known defects. I do not have a return policy because I am NOT a business, just a private person, and simply cannot afford to deal with returns. My shipping department is me and three cats who are shiftless and lazy and have the finest union contract on earth with free food, board and 100% medical. Their motto is "knock it under the sofa and fuggedaboutit." I ship everything within 24 hours of receipt of payment (unless received the day before a Sunday or holiday) because that is what I want for myself. I usually ship USPS Priority and always include a tracking/confirmation number; you will invariably receive your item in less than a week, CONUS.
I am selling off my rather extensive collection of Marx and other Dinosaur figures because I like to eat. Keep your eyes open for more figures being released almost everyday.
All Marx Dinosaur figures were solely Made in America.
What you are bidding on is one (1) MARX WHITEHALL WOOLY MAMMOTH in Flat TAN plastic. From ~1989-1992 the Whitehall Games company of Newton, ...Massachusetts had possession of the MARX DINOSAUR Second Series PL-1083 Mold.
The following quote is from:
Marx Dinosaurs and Dinosaur Playsets 1955 to 1980-
Marx Mold Dinosaurs post 1980
By Joe DeMarco and Mike Fredericks
"
Perhaps the least known, least circulated, but overall best Marx dinosaur mold production was created by Whitehall Games of Newton, Massachusetts. Whitehall... owned three of the Marx molds and produced the pieces in distinct and memorable colors; reddish brown, deep rich green, butterscotch, burgundy and tan. The quality control of Whitehall pieces is impeccable and they are perhaps, crisper, better renditions than even Marx playset originals. The Whitehall pieces have no mold sprues, no excess plastic, and no flaws. They are perfectly molded and are virgin like in presentation. The colors are distinct and the only true giveaway as to the production company as they are different than any other Marx production color. The Whitehall pieces were sold loosely and regionally on the east coast mainly through museum shops."This is one of these beautiful and rare Whitehall Games figures. It has been in my personal collection for decades and is now being offered as neither my children nor grandchildren have any interest, finding videogames and netflix more fulfilling than their own imaginations.
The Louis Marx Toy Company produced hundreds of thousands of plastic/rubber toys until it closed its doors in 1979. One of the most popular toys that it produced were a series of twenty- three (23) Dinosaurs. These figures were produced in groups or sets of what were referred to as "mold groups, " each mold group consisting of three, five to eight different figures.
These are in Mint, original condition. Unchewed upon by errant teethers or Teethe-Rexes.
More information about the Marx Dinosaurs can be found here:
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/Marx-Toys.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/louis-marx-and-company.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/marx-playset-monograph.html
http://www.dinosaur-toys-collectors-guide(dot)com/marx-playset-monograph-Part-2.html
Please note. Now that eBay charges fees for the entire purchase price, including shipping, I considered just offering "free" shipping and folding the S&H into the item price. This, however, would no longer allow me to offer a combined shipping discount, so I have forsworn doing so. This does leave me at the buyer's mercy in the DSR ratings so if you have a question about my S&H please feel free to contact me regarding it. Thank you.
This item may not be mailed to Italy. If you are in Italy please contact me prior to bidding.
Caveat Emptor?: Not really, more 'buyer be aware.' I am a private collector and a personal consumer. I am NOT a retailer. I do not have a stock of "inventory" or buy things wholesale. Everything I sell, whether as New, Used or 'Other' has been bought and paid for at retail and often with taxes and/or shipping as well. I price at close to what I paid and so do not have much of a margin. Everything I sell must be considered as pre-owned and comes as-is. I provide a photo, will gladly provide more and give a full and accurate description of each item including any known defects. I do not have a return policy because I am NOT a business, just a private person, and simply cannot afford to deal with returns. My shipping department is me and three cats who are shiftless and lazy and have the finest union contract on earth with free food, board and 100% medical. Their motto is "knock it under the sofa and fuggedaboutit." I ship everything within 24 hours of receipt of payment (unless received the day before a Sunday or holiday) because that is what I want for myself. I usually ship USPS Priority and always include a tracking/confirmation number; you will invariably receive your item in less than a week, CONUS.
I am selling off my rather extensive collection of Marx and other Dinosaur figures because I like to eat. Keep your eyes open for more figures being released almost everyday.
