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Otaco, Minnitoy Shell Oil Tanker
Estimate:
CA$400 - CA$600
Sold
CA$550
Live Auction
Toys, Motorcycles & Automobilia | The Late Howard Meyer Legacy Collection
Size
7.5" x 9" x 28".
Category
Description
Canadian. 1950s. Manufactured in Orillia, Ontario by Otaco (Orillia Tudhope Anderson Company). Private label trucks were a Minnitoys specialty. Minnitoys were created primarily for the post-war 'baby boom' market. They were large, sturdy and strong enough to accommodate a small child's weight. Marked on doors of cab. Wheels are marked "Minitoys" (with only one 'n'). The error was never corrected.
Condition
Shows play wear. Shell name is visible. Scratches and some dents to tanker. Oxidation and rust to cab.
Medium
Pressed steel.
Provenance
The Howie Meyer Legacy Collection.