Search results 1 - 7 of 7 for the tag Toys
A creeping baby doll
Robert Clay submitted this drawing in support of his patent application for a creeping baby doll in 1871. In his application, he claims that this will be “a very...
A house that fits under your bed
On August 17, 1886, Joseph P. Buckingham, was granted a patent for an improvement for collapsible toy houses. In his application, he explains the intricate details of...
Friend or foe?
Allied paratroopers received toy crickets like this one, which sent out a recognizable click that was used as a challenge and password. After landing on the ground,...
Like a duck to water
In 1870, Amos W. Hart of Washington, DC, submitted his patent application for an improved aquatic toy. His application explains that, in addition to propelling itself...
“Mirth-provoking” toy
On January 4, 1876, Rueben A. Smith’s patent for toy gymnasts was granted. In his application, he states that he has designed the toy to allow for “a great...
“The Flying Comet”
In 1868, Howard Tilden applied to patent “the flying comet,” a toy bow gun for children. His application states, “the object of my invention is to provide for...
Toy horse
In 1867, William F. Goodwin, of Washington, DC, applied for a patent for an improvement in mechanical toys. His drawing shows a mechanical horse, but in his...
Search results 1 - 7 of 7 for the tag Toys