Antique Windup "Drummer Boy" Japan #539 Original Box 1930 Prewar Wind-up Tin Toy

Vintage Antique 1930s "Drum Major" Early production, #539 Crafted in Japan Mechanical Wind-Up Toy Drummer Boy / Man has Blue Eyes and Ginger Hair in Red and White Uniform Playing Snare Drum with Drumsticks Marching Band, Soldier, Military, Royal Guard, British Army Guards, Buckingham Palace Guard, UK Guard Wearing a Bearskin Hat, Red Coat and Cream Bibbers with Aiguillette Multi-materials CELLULOID, Metal, Wood This item in "FOUND CONDITION" -- for preservation purposes, we intentionally have not attempted to clean, repair or restore this item in any way Measurements (approximate) Length: 4 inches Width: 2.25 inches Height: 10 inches ::Honest Condition Report:: Overall 7/10: *Wind-up mechanism is currently not fully working. There is tension when wound and, if turned forward manually, he beats his drum while swaying his head. *There is a dark substance between the drum and his pants. Perhaps glue/adhesive or may be a foreign substance. *There are minor cosmetic imperfections, scratches, nicks, normal wear consistent with age *The item is a bit dingy in places, clearly has been handled, *The base is missing one side panel piece of wood, the other side panel piece is loose/detached. *The box and lid are complete with original artwork and stock tag. There are dents and rips, but overall it is in fair condition. Trusted seller with near perfect feedback.