History of Deal Toys

For anyone who has worked in investment banking or private equity, deal toys are familiar sights. They sit on shelves and desks, quiet reminders of the people and teamwork behind a completed transaction.

We recently shared a new article on LinkedIn that takes a closer look at where this tradition began and how it became an important part of modern finance. The story goes far beyond printed tombstones. It starts with centuries of human instinct to commemorate achievement in a tangible way, then moves through the introduction of Lucite in the mid twentieth century, the growth of creative deal toys in the 1980s and 1990s, and the global craft that followed.

Today, sophisticated 3D modeling, laser etching, and small batch manufacturing techniques allow us to create pieces that reflect the character of each transaction. The tools have evolved but the purpose has not. A deal toy acknowledges the work, decisions, and collaboration that make a deal successful.

Our team at Polaris continues that tradition through thoughtful design and precise production. Read all about the History of Deal Toys in this article on LinkedIn by John Hathaway, our very own Deal Toy Expert:

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