Items listed here, were made by Ives from 1902 through 1927, and transition period and later Lionel-Ives 1928 through about 1932.
1920s Ives 3251 Freight Set
1920s Ives 3251 Freight Set
Here is a 1920s Ives 3251 Freight Set. It isn't a cataloged set, but looks cute. Includes a 1927 #3251 Center cab electric with brass plates. Forward only with light, ran well when tested; 556 Tank car; scarce 569 3-stake lumber car(1930 only), missing 1/2 of one chain, original load; 567 Caboose. They are clean and fairly shiny, showing moderate play wear, VG.