In 1939, the Halsam Products Co. applied for an interlocking brick patent. These “American Bricks” were made of hardwood and used peg, socket, and slot construction techniques. After WWII the company switched from wood to plastic bricks.
Company
Halsam Products Co.
Company Location
Chicago, IL
Type
Toy
Object ID
2024.0004.01
Date
1942
Toy Type
Interlocking Bricks
Toy Material
Wood
Packaging Type
Box
Packaging Material
Cardboard
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