Kirchof tin noisemakers are an example of popular noisemaker toys that have been around for quite a long time. Not only do they work well in a party setting, but they also are quite fun to play with whenever the mood strikes.
Believe it or not, noisemakers are actually highly sought after in the antique community.
Tin noisemakers are among those that collectors seek. Various American companies created tin noisemakers, such as T.Cohn, Chein, and Bugle Toy. One of the most recognizable manufacturer’s is Kirchhof, a company that created toys in Newark, New Jersey.
Kirchhof manufactured tin noisemakers in the early part of the 1900's. These early noisemakers were made from tin and came complete with handles made from sculpted wood. Later versions of these noisemakers would be made with plastic handles.
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The tin noisemakers put forth by Kirchhof featured various, brightly-colored themes. Fun designs, jesters, and clowns were among the graphics. But, the most recognizable and popular tin noisemakers feature Halloween designs, such as pumpkins and black cats.
In order to tell if a tin noisemaker is an authentic antique that was produced by the popular Kirchhof company, look for a marking that clearly states that it was made in the USA by Kirchhof of Newark, New Jersey.
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