Nostalgia fuels the market for vintage toys, and Bill Thiel’s collection is no exception. “My dad and his two brothers each were given a Buddy L truck for Christmas,” he explained in an email. “The ...

Only known example of Buddy ‘L’ Insurance Patrol with headlights and bumper. Retains factory prototype tag reading ‘205C 1928 9LBS.’ All original, 27in, with NM paint and decals, and pullcord.

At my antiques appraisal events across the country, audience members often bring me antique and vintage toys to review and appraise. These objects always spark stories of childhood memories and many ...