American. Late 1940s-Early 1950s. Pressed steel. Betts & Boddeus was an American company known for producing pressed steel toys, particularly derrick and tractor models. Historical records are scarce regarding this company or its founders. What little is known indicates the company was only in business for a short period of time (late 1940s to early 1950s). From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
20.75" x 13.5" x 21.5" (with crane shaft up).

Condition
Good condition. Original paint. Paint nicks and playwear, particularly to roof of truck and surface of the derrick shaft. Plated surface of the wheel covers varies on the trailer.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.