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	Whirligig or Buzzer [#GG9] Whirligig toys were made of hammered lead musket balls or old coins too old and thin to be of value. Mentioned in English literature as early as 1686, these toys have been found in Native American cliff ruins and excavated from early American town, plantation and military camp sites. Made from lead-free pewter, it is also known by the names "buzzer", "buzzsaw" and "whizzer".	$3.25

	Wooden Buzz Saw Toy [#GG10] This is a wooden and somewhat larger version of the Whirligig or Buzzer toy.	$5.00

	Cup & Ball Toy [#653] Easily made and very entertaining, the cup and ball toys date back centuries. To swing the wooden ball into the cup takes dexterity and hand/eye coordination to the consternation of many adults! It's made of unfinished maple and is 11" long.	$6.50

	Bilbo Catcher [#GG8] The Bilbo Catcher was among the "curious" assortment of toys advertised for sale by colonial merchants and was described as a favorite in children's books.	$7.50

	Child's Primer [#673] The famous New England Primer was probably used by almost every school child in British America from 1690-1790. Ours is copied exactly from the original 1777 edition. Lessons are heavily based from the Bible which was so much a part of the 18th century life.	$7.50

	Whip Top Toy [#GG11] The whip top toy is a very ancient member of the toy top family. The shape and size of this particular top is based on 18th century engravings.	$7.50

	Glass Marbles [#GG6] Marble games have been played in all parts of the world for more than two thousand years. These come in a durable leather carry pouch complete with instructions for playing classic games.	$8.00

	Jacks [#GG7] This classic game was also known as "knucklebones", "dibs" or "jackstones". They come in a durable leather carry pouch complete with instructions for playing classic games.	$8.00

	Jacob's Ladder Toy [#GG12] The mysterious movement of this puzzling toy has fascinated generations of American children. Described in "Scientific American" as a "simple toy...very illusive in action". It includes instructions to get you started.	$10.00

	Game of Fox & Geese [#GG14] In the 18th century, board games were played by young and old alike. Peg games such as Solitaire, Fox & Geese and Nine Men's Morris were favorites in the taverns. With this boxed set you can play all three.	$13.75

	Child's Haversack [#115A] This Child's Haversack is made from off-white linen and has a single pewter button. It measures approximately 9" x 10".	$15.00

	Game of Graces [#GG13] Opponents send gaily beribboned hoops whirling towards each other to be caught on the tips of slender wands in this exciting and elegant sport.	$19.00

	Wooden Doll - Doll Only [#707] Unlike our "Dressed Doll" this is the wooden doll without any accessories, clothes, hair or painted detail. Our doll measured 12" and is jointed at the knees and hips with wooden pegs. The arms too are moveable.	$26.25

	Wooden Doll, Dressed [#708] The practice of using dolls to transmit new fashions began as early as 1396 when dolls were sent from the French courts to the Queen of England. In Colonial America "Fashion Dolls" were sent across the Atlantic dressed in exact miniature detail showing all aspects of the current fashion. Underclothes, stays,hats and even hair styles not only illustrated the look but showed patterns and techniques to the designers and milliners. Eventually the dolls became playthings for children. Our doll measured 12" tall and is jointed at the knees and hips with wooden pegs. The arms too are moveable. Original dolls would have had intricately painted faces which could even include glass eyes and human hair wigs. Our dressed doll is a much plainer version, left unpainted and wearing basic campfollower clothing, a chemise, skirt, shortgown apron and cap. The hair is made of tow and set in a bun.	$52.50

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