Welcome to Collectible Toy Soldiers

Toy soldiers are small figurines representing military personnel from modern and historical times. These figures are typically made to be dressed in military uniforms, with the appropriate weaponry. They come in many varieties, and reflect soldiers from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and WWI and WWII.

Plastic toy soldiers are generally used as small toys, but there are more elaborate models available that make serious collector's items. These models can be highly detailed and look very realistic. Most models are made from plastic or metal. Tin soldiers were very popular at one time. The metal toy soldiers have always been sold in sets, while the plastic toy soldiers are bought and sold individually, usually in toy stores.

Military figurines have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs, and have been used and collected by many different cultures during all periods of history. Toy soldiers go back to depicting Trojan War figures. Toy soldiers really became popular in the 18th century, when the military drive of Frederick the Great was celebrated. Strategists would also use these small figurines when trying to plan attacks or defense strategies during periods of actual war.

Manufacturers of toy soldiers include William Britain, who modernized the construction by using hollow casting. Companies such as John Hill & Company, Elastolin and Beton have also been leaders in producing different models of these collectibles.

Marx playsets became very popular in the middle of the 20th century. These playsets are collections of figurines, accessories and structures that comprise an entire set. Examples include the Sunnyside Service Station and the Roadside Service Station. Marx playsets include American and German soldiers, cowboys and indians, medieval castles and elaborate forts. The Giant Battle of the Blue and Gray playset depicted both sides of the Civil War. There are farm sets and mining sets. These beloved toys are still collected and played with today.

Toy soldiers are not just playthings that can be found in any child's play room. They are collectible items that have inspired and entertained people for generations. They are worth more than money. These toy soldiers and playsets are worth time, effort and memory. Our Collectible Toy Soldiers website features the best selection of antique and Vintage toy soldiers and play sets available for auction.

So browse through our play sets and soldiers from Louis Marx and Britains to Barclay and Elastolin. We have both military and western playsets categories for you to check out. If you don't see what you are searching for, please use our search feature to help you find it. Happy bidding!