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Offered here is an authentic 1920s antique cast iron Ford Model T Coupe toy car manufactured by the Kilgore Manufacturing …
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Offered here is an authentic 1920s antique cast iron Ford Model T Coupe toy car manufactured by the Kilgore Manufacturing Company of Westerville, Ohio.
This classic 1920s toy auto features the iconic "Tall T" coupe body style with embossed hood louvers, molded radiator cap, side running boards, and spoked cast iron wheels on original steel axles.
The interior cab casting clearly exhibits original factory mold markings "SF 600A" and "SF 601A" embossed on the inner side walls, alongside the crisp "KILGORE" brand name along the lower interior frame rail.Historical Provenance & Design Significance: Manufactured during the 1920s by the Kilgore Manufacturing Company in Westerville, Ohio, this cast iron Ford Model T Coupe captures the graphic silhouette of early American automotive design. Styled in a rich dark mustard enamel with architectural cab lines, it stands as an authentic artifact of American industrial folk art.
Curator’s Note: An ideal accent piece for high-end interior styling. Placed on an executive desk, built-in shelving, or alongside vintage bronze and wood sculpture, this patinated 1920s cast iron coupe brings warm color, tactile historic patina, and strong structural form to modern or transitional spaces.
Item Details
Manufacturer: Kilgore Manufacturing Co. (Westerville, OH)
Era: c. 1925–1928
Material: Cast Iron
Finish: Original Dark Mustard Yellow / Ochre Enamel
Dimensions: Approx. 5″ L × 2.25″ W × 3″ H
Weight: 12.3 oz (348 grams)
Dimensions & Weight:
• Length: Approx. 5 inches
• Height: Approx. 3 inches
• Weight: 12.3 ounces (348 grams)
Reference
Book Title: Cast Iron Toys
Author: Myra Yellin Outwater & Linda Gross
Reference Detail: Listed under Kilgore Manufacturing Co. Automobiles section (p. 64), identifying the ~5″ Model T Coupe series in original factory mustard yellow enamel.
Authenticity Assessment
Casting Seams & Internal Tooling: The center body seam exhibits precise 1920s factory registration .
Factory Mold Inscriptions: Crisp, raised interior mold codes (SF 600A / SF 601A) and raised KILGORE brand lettering on the inner rail are original to Kilgore's Westerville, Ohio production molds.
Paint & Oxidation: Retains original dark mustard yellow / ochre enamel finish with authentic age-appropriate wear, edge friction, and natural surface iron oxidation. The patina is uniform and untreated.
Hardware & Wheels: Original nickel/plated spoked cast iron wheels mounted on original peened steel axles that roll freely.
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- Dimensions
- 2.25ʺW × 5ʺD × 3ʺH
- Styles
- Early American
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Mustard
- Condition Notes
- Excellent Antique Condition. Majority original dark mustard enamel finish remaining with honest play wear, high-point paint loss, and age-appropriate iron … moreExcellent Antique Condition. Majority original dark mustard enamel finish remaining with honest play wear, high-point paint loss, and age-appropriate iron patina. Appears to be free of cracks, breaks, casting fractures, or repairs. Wheels and axles appear original and spin freely. less
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