@Tim The product description is:
“Vintage Tinker Toy 70+ Lot with Original No. 146 Container.
Original hardwood and plastic parts to create their famous and advertised “1000 Toys in One”
The Toy of Tinkers , Division of A.G. Spalding & Bros. Inc. Evanston, Illinois
On the packaging it says,
“NOW MORE FUN!
Easier to use!
New models!!
More action!!!
1000 TOYS IN ONE
World’s Favorite Construction Set
For Boys and Girls Ages 3-up
Educational Creative Entertaininh
Colorsafe
Child Selects Parts by Color”
“Patented USA
2208049 2313357”
The canister shows a number of Tinker Toys being made into a:
Jet liner,
Crane,
Girl,
Kiddy Car,
Engine,
Windmill,
Ferris Wheel,
Boy
Own a piece of American vintage toy history!
Do you like to study or draw vintage fonts? See retro font use in the American toy industry by owning this piece of history!
The canister does not come with a lid and is damaged and worn in some areas but is still sturdy for its age and holds items well.
Some of the toy parts are damaged as seen in the photos. It is important to view the photos to understand what you are purchasing.”