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| Hess logo stamped “Marke Hess” in a circle on the bottom of the frog, “Poldy” | ||||
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Hess “Tippu-Tipp” Ducks, circa 1920s – 1934 L 4.0” (10.2 cm), W (w/o key) 1.9” (4.8 cm), H 3.1” (7.9 cm) Early production ducks had the name “Tippu-Tipp” printed on the bottom along with the “JLH” logo, “Hess Roller”, D. R. Pat., and D.R.G.M. Later production models were only marked by the “JLH” printed on the upper wings. This toy was available with friction flywheel propulsion or as a fixed key windup model. |
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Mathias Hess Advertisement, circa late 1870s or early 1880s An advertisement for the new Hess patent wheels reminding other manufacturers of their patent and they are the only manufacturers. Hess patent #44408. “Patent sheet metal wheels with great stability the lightest and therefore most suitable for export for all toys. The sole manufacturer and patent holder.”
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