possibly brought back by great grandmother from china where she and my great grandfather (army colonel ira c. welborn) were stationed just after boxer rebellion in early 1900s.  or possibly came with old cottage in maine formerly owned by sea captain who brought back many items from asia.  no one left in family who remembers the history of this item.

Information on it. It is one of those toys that the Movie Theaters used to give away to children back in the 30's-40's-50's ect.
The toy is a lead (Popeye) figure that was made and given out in 1929. Popeye first came out in 1929 and started off as cartoon shorts before the feature film started. It is very possibly one of the 1st Popeye toys ever produced and given out. He is about.
2 1/2 inches tall
Green Base for standing, with Blue , red , yellow, and white oil based paint. On his back is stamped the following:
MADE
IN USA
(G) "in a circle"
1939
E.F.S

Was told by a Amateur Antique Collector it's value could be between 800-1200 USD, however he was an amateur. That is all I know about it. Very interested in value of item. 

From Danbury Mint - bought in 1989. It was never displayed or taken out of box. Santa is standing by his wood workbench, which has several toys on it. I also have Mrs. Claus holding a try with teaset on it. Also bought in 1989 - never displayed or taken out of box. Both dolls are in mint condition.

This is a strange little metal ball that opens up in the middle. It has small cut outs all over it, some of them seem to be in the shape of hearts. It has a latch to keep it closed in the middle and is empty on the inside. It's 3" in diameter. Please help me identify this object. All posts are appreciated.

This is a reverse painted table lamp.  It has been in the family for years. The switch was replaced at some point.  I am unable to find a signature on the shade.  I have often wondered if it is a Handle as I notice in my books that some were unsigned.

What Ive already said about it is all we really know about it .