These are vintage lead toy sailors in white uniforms, commonly referred to as "dimestore soldiers". Based on their design and distinctive green bases, they were likely manufactured by companies such as Barclay or Manoil during the 1930s or 1940s. The set includes several specialized figures: • Naval Officers: Figures in formal white suits with peaked caps. • Signalmen: Sailors holding red and white semaphore flags used for maritime communication. • Armed Sailors: Figures depicted in marching poses with rifles. These hand-painted metal figures are popular collectibles today. Because they are made of lead, they are intended for adult collectors rather than for children's play.
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