Merlin Royal Doulton Toby Character Jug D6529, Copyright 1959 packed by The Frank Tea

packed by The Frank Tea & Spice Company of Cincinnati

A quick inspection reveals that the draw band is broken and at least one spring on the carriage is damaged

but I have elected to leave it as is to avoid damaging the item

This is a cute vintage Japanese battery operated toy featuring an animatronic bartender in front of his bar

Merlin Royal Doulton Toby Character Jug D6529, Copyright 1959 packed by The Frank TeaThis vintage Royal Doulton glazed ceramic mug, also known as a Toby Jug or Character Jug, features the likeness of the wizard Merlin and was produced in England under Doulton & Co Limited with a copyright date of 1959 and model number D6529. This mug is in good condition with no noticeable chips or cracks on the outside. However, on the inside of the mug there is a hairline crack that runs along the perimeter of the bottom. It does not show through on