American. 1920s-Early 1930s. Lithographed tin. J. Chein's "Hercules" brand of toys was the catalyst that helped the company expand and ultimately shift its primary business focus from small premiums to more complex, higher-quality mechanical toys. Marked, "J. Chein & Co. Made in U.S.A.", on cab doors. Marked, "Hercules toys", on wheels and roof of cab. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
8" x 7" x 19".

Condition
Very good condition. Minor creasing to upper corners of cab. Minor oxidation and pitting.

Medium
Lithographed tin.

Signature
Marked, "J. Chein & Co. Made in U.S.A.", on cab doors. Marked, "Hercules toys", on wheels and roof of cab.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.