{"product_id":"telephone-jouet-vintage-tomy-1978-bleu-a-remontoir-visage-souriant-retro","title":"Tomy 1978 Vintage Blue Wind-Up Toy Phone, Retro Smiling Face","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique toy is a miniature telephone with a typical 1970s design, recognizable by its cubic shape and vibrant colors. The main structure is blue, enhanced by a yellow dial adorned with a large smiling face, featuring a raised red nose and stylized white cheeks. The white handset rests on top of the toy. Two red side elements resemble ears or handles, accentuating the playful and expressive style of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface shows a glossy plastic appearance, with no apparent texture other than a slight patina from use. The face drawn on the front is surrounded by a red rim that highlights the graphic motif. The facial features are black and well-defined, with large, expressive eyes. The red nose button is central and prominent, seemingly designed to attract a child's attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe telephone's handset, rounded and elongated, shows some visible signs of dirt or wear on its white surface. At the right end, what appears to be a winding knob is visible, characteristic of mechanical toys with period movement. The top and visible sides show no additional decoration, apart from the uniform color and attached elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe toy is photographed from a slight low-angle, highlighting the main front and the handset placed on top. No brand marking is explicitly visible in this view, but the mention \"Tomy\" in the keywords is included as per the provided information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall finish reveals some signs of use, typical of a used antique toy, but the ensemble retains a beautiful visual consistency and a very marked retro aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible traces of use, particularly on the white handset (slight dirt, patina), and on the front (possible micro-scratches, wear of the motif). The winding mechanism is present, without guarantee of functionality. The general appearance remains consistent with a vintage toy from 1978.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Tomy wind-up telephone toys from the 1970s were designed to introduce children to daily gestures while developing their motor skills. The Tomy brand, founded in Japan in 1924, quickly established itself in the toy world thanks to its ingenious mechanisms and colorful designs, becoming a key player in educational and playful toys worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique telephone toy, vintage Tomy phone, 70s retro toy, wind-up telephone, blue educational toy, mini children's phone, Tomy wind-up toy, smiling face phone, decorative vintage phone, retro plastic toy, old kids phone, smiling face toy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54230092448071,"sku":"456728d8-ae16-4cb7-bee1-22c89bd38114","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_39d528ef-b1ce-4d13-8e34-f976bc5f258d.jpg?v=1782396275","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/telephone-jouet-vintage-tomy-1978-bleu-a-remontoir-visage-souriant-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}