Lot # 44 - Vintage Walking Santa Claus Battery Musical Toy
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Start Date/Time: | 14-Oct-2026 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 21-Oct-2026 7:43:00 PM |
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Description :
Charming vintage battery-operated “Walking Santa Claus” musical toy featuring Santa dressed in a classic red felt suit with white trim, black boots, full white beard, and green toy sack. Santa carries a small metal bell and is designed to walk while playing music. Includes the original illustrated box, marked “Walking Santa Claus – Battery Operated Musical Toy” and “Playing Music With 3 Songs.” Bottom of feet marked Empire, Made in Japan. Approx. Measurements Condition Historical Note Est. Value
Approx. 9–12 in. tall
Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear, including wear to clothing, hair/beard, and finish. Original box shows notable edge, corner, surface, and storage wear. Battery compartment/mechanism visible as photographed. Working condition has not been confirmed unless otherwise stated. Please review photos closely.
Battery-operated Japanese Christmas toys became especially popular during the mid-20th century. Walking Santas combining mechanical movement and music are particularly nostalgic holiday collectibles, with surviving original packaging adding to their desirability.
50–125
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