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Vintage TelescopingAJAY Scoop-'n-Rake Sand/Beach Toy
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Description
**Vintage AJAY Scoop-'n-Rake Sand/Beach Toy**
This is a vintage children's sand toy manufactured by AJAY, featuring a metal scoop-and-rake combination tool. The item displays a distinctive art deco-style design with a cream/beige painted metal finish and four parallel tines forming the rake portion. The oval label clearly shows "AJAY" with a crown logo, "Scoop 'n-Rake," and "PAT. APP. FOR MADE IN U.S.A." The tool appears to be photographed lying on a crocheted chevron-pattern blanket in navy, green, and yellow colors.
Based on the proportional context with the blanket pattern, the tool measures approximately 12-14 inches in length. The scoop portion is roughly 3-4 inches wide, with the rake tines extending about 4 inches from the main body. The item shows moderate vintage wear consistent with use, including some paint loss, surface oxidation, and patina, but retains structural integrity and legible labeling.
This appears to be from the 1940s-1960s era based on the design aesthetic and "Patent Applied For" marking. AJAY was a known manufacturer of quality children's beach and sandbox toys during this period. Given its vintage status, complete condition, and intact original labeling, this piece would likely be valued at $25-45 in the collectible toy market, with similar items selling in that range to collectors of vintage beach toys and Americana.
This is a vintage children's sand toy manufactured by AJAY, featuring a metal scoop-and-rake combination tool. The item displays a distinctive art deco-style design with a cream/beige painted metal finish and four parallel tines forming the rake portion. The oval label clearly shows "AJAY" with a crown logo, "Scoop 'n-Rake," and "PAT. APP. FOR MADE IN U.S.A." The tool appears to be photographed lying on a crocheted chevron-pattern blanket in navy, green, and yellow colors.
Based on the proportional context with the blanket pattern, the tool measures approximately 12-14 inches in length. The scoop portion is roughly 3-4 inches wide, with the rake tines extending about 4 inches from the main body. The item shows moderate vintage wear consistent with use, including some paint loss, surface oxidation, and patina, but retains structural integrity and legible labeling.
This appears to be from the 1940s-1960s era based on the design aesthetic and "Patent Applied For" marking. AJAY was a known manufacturer of quality children's beach and sandbox toys during this period. Given its vintage status, complete condition, and intact original labeling, this piece would likely be valued at $25-45 in the collectible toy market, with similar items selling in that range to collectors of vintage beach toys and Americana.
Origin
Pete's Garage
Listed
February 28, 2026