Toys
HandCrafted in the 18th Century Manner

Ball & Cup

This was a popular game of skill for children in the eighteenth century. The trick is to get the ball to rest on the cup, (not as easy as it looks.) This toy is made from Pennsylvania maple and walnut. Each Ball and Cup are individually turned on a lathe.

$5.00
Buzz Saw

The disk is started spinning by “flipping”. Then, by intermittent tugs on the handles, the spinning disk increases in speed. At high speed it may sing like a saw blade. (also called a moon winder)

$3.00

Draughts

Draughts is a classic strategy game that has provided hours of entertainment for all ages. The game of Draughts, better known as Checkers in North America, originated around 1000 AD in France. The game then made its way to England around the 16th century where it was given the name draughts. It later became known as checkers in the colonies. To play draughts, follow today’s rules for Checkers.

Also included, flip the board over and you can play Nine Men's Morris. (see below)

Board is 3/4” thick x 12” wide x 16” long pcs are 1/4” x 1/1/4”

$25.00

Flintlock Pistol

Country woodworkers often made toys for their children, and, like those that we buy for our children today, early toys were often miniature copies of objects used by adults. This pistol is copied from an early 18th century flintlock. It is made from poplar wood.

$5.00
Stick Ponies
Head is: 2” thick 8” high 10” long
Stick is: 1” dia. 36” long

$25.00
Noise Makers (Walnut & Maple)
1 1/2” x 1 3/4” x 7” plus 3/4” handle

$12.00
 
 
Nine Men’s Morris
Also known as “The Mill” or “Morells”

Each player begins with nine game pieces. They then take turns placing the pieces onto the board while trying to form a “mill”. A “mill” is three pieces in a row whether horizontal, vertical or diagonal. When a player has a mill he is permitted to take one of his opponent’s pieces that is not part of any mill. (A piece from an opponent’s mill can be removed if no other pieces are available.) This is called “pounding”.

Then, each player moves his pieces one at a time continuing to make mills. A piece can be moved in any direction but are only permitted to move along a line to the next vacant point. No jumping is permitted. The game ends when one player has only two pieces left on the board or when neither player is able to make another move. The player with the most pieces on the board wins.

Also included, flip the board over and you can play Draughts. (see above)

$25.00
Wooden Dice

The history of dice is as old as the history of man. Archeologists have unearthed dice as old as 900 B.C. Dice were very popular in Europe as far back as the Middle Ages and into the 18th Century. In the New World, dice became a household item among the colonists.

$2.00 a pair
Spinning Top

Tops are among the oldest toys known, and they still fascinate children (and adults) today as they did in the 18th century. This top is more sophisticated than most. It has a special holder to set the top spinning, rather than just wrapping the string around the top.

$12.00
Spinning Tops “Walnut & Maple”

This is one of the most popular toys of the eighteenth century. They were made in all shapes and sizes from a variety of woods. Tops are among the oldest toys known and they continue to amuse children today. These tops will spin for a surprising length of time.

$2.00
Flying Machines “fun for all ages”

This simple toy can provide hours of enjoyment. Place the dowel between the palms of your hands and push forward with your right hand while gently tossing the flying machine into the air. Watch it fly! As it slows down it will gradually descend to the ground.

$2.50
Nine pins

Balls are 4” round
Pins are 2” dia. x 12” long

$42.00
Rifle

A common toy among boys of the 18th Century this one is made from poplar or maple wood.
5” high 36” long

$9.00