"Trumodel Toys" Derrick
Date1920s
MediumMetal, wood, string, electrical cord
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x approximate width x depth of derrick): 38 5/16 x 38 x 23 3/4in. (97.3 x 96.5 x 60.3cm)
Credit LineGift of Timothy Brownell and Margie Waters
Object number2006.85.1a-b
MarkingsThe engine mount has an oval label that is now mostly obscured by dirt and possibly some corrosion. The legible parts read, "TRU[MODEL] TOYS/ NOBLE M[FG. CO.] [HART]FORD".The opposite end of the engine mount is stamped, "TRUMODEL TOYS/ NOBLE MFG. CO. HARTFORD". That exact wording is also stamped on a small metal plaque that is mounted to one of the wooden support beams.
The plastic power switch is stamped on one side, "15A-120VAC/ COOPER/ MEXICO/ INSERT SCREWS THIS SIDE/ UND. LAB. INC. LIST". The reverse side of the switch is stamped, "15A-120VAC/ COOPER/ MEXICO/ UND. LAB. INC. LIST".NotesMaker Note: "Trumodel Toys" is a trademark of the A. C. Gilbert Company. Noble Manufacturing Company manufactured this particular toy for A. C. Gilbert Company.
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