You might be able to date him by the button..................
Here is a lot from Christies.......with squeaker....they say 1950's....
I did find a few monkeys with painted nails on line.......I think that these were later monkeys..... The nail on OP's appears to be a separate...
I understand that you want to know why the nail is different, but I'm just wondering what it is made of......wood? plastic? metal? It might be...
Ooops.........see we have the same question Bakers............
What is that round metal piece in the left ear?????
Odd that the button is on backwards...........What is the size? Jointed? What is the thumbnail made of? Almost looks like wood.
No clue on the elephant, but the ducks are Fitz and Floyd. https://www.etsy.com/hk-en/listing/700116949/vintage-fitz-and-floyd-duck-ceramic
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If you can still edit your photos, Full Image will be more helpful.:cat:
Hi Matt! Welcome to antiquers.......... Lovely piece.
You're welcome Carl.....so many patterns shown, but not the one we want!!:(
I think it comes under the category of old Hickory, but @verybrad will be of more actual help.
A photo of the entire item might be of some help to others.
Hi Carl! I didn't see it in Newbound's 1 & 2.
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