Viking / Warrior Plastic Figure
Marx (Louis Marx and Company) • Marx Playsets / Knights and Vikings Series
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1950s - 1960s
Condition
Very Good. The figure shows minimal wear with clean plastic molding. There is slight flashing or mold seam residue typical of vintage production, and no major cracks or breaks are visible.
Estimated Market Value
1.00 USD - 3.00 USD
Description
A classic green plastic miniature figure depicting a medieval or ancient warrior, possibly a Viking or barbarian. The figure is captured in a dynamic action pose with one knee raised, holding a short sword or dagger aloft in his left hand and a small hatchet or axe in his right hand. He wears a tunic, belt with circular buckle, boots, and a cap or helmet, set upon an integrated flat plastic base for standing.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
1.00 USD - 3.00 USD
Auction Estimate
0.50 USD - 2.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard mass-market playset inclusion, manufactured in the United States.
Model Number
Unknown
Toy Type
Approximately 54mm (2.15 inches) scale, rigid or semi-rigid polyethylene plastic, unarticulated green plastic army-style figure with an attached base platform.
Toy Condition
Very Good. The figure shows minimal wear with clean plastic molding. There is slight flashing or mold seam residue typical of vintage production, and no major cracks or breaks are visible.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging. Loose figure with no original box, bag, or playset packaging.
Rarity & Significance
Common. Louis Marx and Company produced millions of these plastic figures in various themes (Vikings, Knights, Cowboys, Indians, Army Men) during the mid-20th century. While historically significant to the evolution of toy playsets, individual figures are extremely common and widely available.
Special Features
Original integrated display base, classic mid-century polyethylene plastic material.
Notable Variations
Marx figures were released in multiple colors over the decades, commonly green, gray, blue, or silver/metallic plastic depending on the specific playset or reissue era (such as MPC or later nostalgic reissues).