Toy small lead soldiers in vintage uniforms Long Sleeve T-Shirt

From the 16th century onwards the first lead figures appeared. And in the 18th century, in England, the Newton Company began to market lead military figures representing the British and French Army. Until the beginning of the 20th century, figures were produced only in lead, but around 1910 a material called “composite” appeared, which was a mixture of wood sawdust and glue that became very popular. However the figures were very rustic and with few details. After World War II some manufacturers opted for plastic. A cheaper material that was getting popular at the time. Several manufacturers emerged and the figures started to be sold separately or in sets for very attractive prices. With plastic, the figures started to present a greater weal