1960’s Japan Import

Cowgirl on Horse with Indians

Tin Western Flute Horn

This tin lithographed flute horn has a loud toot! It stands 4 ½ inches high and is 1 ¾ inches in diameter. All tin, with a plastic mouthpiece and a brass reed. These were commonly referred to as a circus horn because they were sold by vendors and concessionaires at circuses as well as at dime stores, variety stores, etc. Quality made, it has a rolled rim and a crimp banded brass reed assembly. Extremely loud honk. The multi-colored lithographed graphics are sharply defined. It has an illustration of a young cowgirl, riding on her white horse. She is dressed in typical western garb.

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It’s features include an Indian Brave and an Indian Squaw as well as a desert cactus scene and a rail fence that encircles the rim. It says, Made in Japan. No dings, no gouges, minor age handling patina, otherwise Perfect Condition. Original unsold merchandise. This item is typical of stuff in the large Dime Store merchandise finds we made. If you like vintage Dime Store and Variety Store stuff, bookmark us. We pack it securely and send it First Class U.S. Postal.