Lehmann 656 Tin Litho Windup "Vineta" Monorail Gyro Train Car. Made circa 1913 to 1935. Said to have been modeled after an experimental German monorail, probably the gyroscopic designs of August Scherl, this toy version was also designed to stay upright via in integral gyroscope, however this function usually lasted only a short time.

Dimensions are 4 in h x 10 in w x 2.5 in d. Condition is good, with significant paint loss and chips, a few dents and one side where tin is partially detached and needs to be pushed back into place. Please call or email for a detailed condition report.

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See description and photos for condition. Please email or call for a more detailed condition report. We grade on a scale from excellent, very good, good, fair, to poor; that said, all lots are sold in as is condition at time of sale, and condition listings are given as a courtesy for guidance only and should be evaluated by personal inspection by the bidder.

4 x 10 x 2.5 in