Toy Box Item Appraisal

PT-109 Torpedo Patrol Boat Actual Steam Engine (Toy Box)

The item is a cardboard box for a 'PT-109 Actual Steam Engine' toy. The box is predominantly pink with blue and red lettering and a circular graphic on the top surface. The primary text reads 'TORPEDO PATROL BOAT PT-109' in large blue letters. Below this, in smaller red print, it states: 'PT 109 was the most famous of all the Torpedo Patrol Boat's because Mr. John F. Kennedy served on it.' Further down, in blue, it identifies the contents as 'PT 109 ACTUAL STEAM ENGINE. A Quality Antique Tin Toy Reproduction.' The bottom line of text indicates the manufacturer and origin: 'MANUFACTURED IN INDIA BY RATTANDEEP ENTERPRISE.' A small, faded line of text at the very top of the box mentions 'working Model start your collection today!!'. The circular graphic depicts a stylized insect (possibly a mosquito representing a PT boat) flying over a torpedo boat on water. The box appears to be in fair condition with some visible creasing, especially on the front edge and corners, suggesting minor wear from handling or storage. The colors remain relatively vibrant, indicating that it has not been subjected to excessive light exposure that would cause significant fading. The construction appears to be standard folded cardboard with glued seams. Based on the 'Antique Tin Toy Reproduction' description and the manufacturing origin, the item is likely a modern reproduction aiming to replicate vintage toys, rather than being an antique itself.