{"product_id":"antique-arcade-cast-iron-ford-model-t-tudor-sedan-toy-c-1925-100-original-paint-gold-striping-white-wheels-5","title":"Antique Arcade Cast Iron Ford Model T Tudor Sedan Toy c. 1925 100% Original Paint Gold Striping White Wheels 5\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional, all-original 1920s cast iron Ford Model T \"Tudor\" (two-door) sedan manufactured by the renowned Arcade Manufacturing Company of Freeport, Illinois. This 5-inch version is a harder-to-find profile compared to standard four-door models of the era, beautifully capturing the iconic boxy geometry of the early Ford assembly-line classics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The toy features a two-piece cold-cast construction split longitudinally down the center, secured internally. The undercarriage features the crisp, raised, embosse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"ARCADE\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e factory hallmark on the left interior floorboards and the single-digit mold or production number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stamped on the right rear floorboard frame adjace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ent to the axle housing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This piece is in highly desirable, untouched condition. It retains an excellent amount of its original factory black enamel finish, showing spectacular genuine age-patina. Traces of the original decorative gold accent striping remain visible along the window\/beltline. The vehicle sits on its original cast iron spoked wheels, which retain their correct, factory-applied painted white\/cream perimeter tire accents and dark hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Arcade Manufacturing Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freeport, Illinois, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ford Model T Two-Door \"Tudor\" Sedan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1925\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cast Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Black Enamel with traces of gold trim and painted wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 3.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 2.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lb, 13 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Embossed \"ARCADE\" and mold number \"3\" on undercarriage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector's Note on Condition Rarity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u0026gt; This specimen is priced for the advanced collector who prioritizes untouched historical surfaces. While standard black paint on 1920s Arcade toys is occasionally found, it is exceptionally rare to find an example where the fragile, factory-applied gold pinstriping along the beltline is still clearly visible. Furthermore, the white rim accents on the spoked wheels—which typically wear away entirely from handling—are beautifully preserved here. This piece has not been oiled, chemically cleaned, or enhanced in any way, retaining its true museum-grade, as-found patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very Good to Excellent (Antique \/ Used)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% original, as-found condition. No modern touch-ups, overpainting, or chemical cleanings. Honest, light operational paint wear consistent with age, primarily on the front fenders, radiator header, and roof ridge lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Structural integrity is flawless. No cracks, hairline fractures, breaks, or welds to the cast iron body. Both steel axles are original, straight, and un-replaced, allowing the wheels to roll freely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast Iron Toys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outwater, Myra \u0026amp; Outwater, Eric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Page 41 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Note: Additional baseline documentation for the early 1920s 5-inch vehicle line can be cross-referenced with the standard reference work \"Arcade Toys\" by Al Aschenbrenner).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe physical characteristics indicate that this is a c.1925 production piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-0212f166-7fff-ebdd-e461-a689f58ae928\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface Texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The interior walls show the characteristic pebble-textured, slight irregularity of early 20th-century sand-molding techniques. It completely lacks the ultra-smooth internal finishes or modern grinder marks typical of modern reproduction castings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks \u0026amp; Mold Lines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \"ARCADE\" and \"3\" factory embossments are cleanly integrated into the initial pour, featuring soft, aged edges rather than sharp, modern recasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Paint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The tight central seam alignment is correct for Freeport production. The enamel shows a natural, deep micro-crazing under magnification, and the oxidation on the exposed metal areas displays a stable, dark brown patina rather than forced, chemically induced rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eShipping calculated by eBay\/USPS\/UPS based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. 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