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Mechanical Bank "Magic Bank" Circa 1876

Offered by: Clive Devenish Antiques

Description
Manufactured in 1876 by the J. & E. Steven's Company in Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron bank measures 4 3/4" long x 5 1/4" high. It is in excellent all original condition and paint with no repairs and no touch-up or repaint. It also has the original slide trap.

The bank operates as follows:
with the door open and snapped into place, put a coin on the tray in front of the cashier; press the knob on the side of the bank; the cashier spins around taking the coin with him into the bank exposing the other side of the door with a floral motif.

The bank was made in three color variations. This is the blue/off white version.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Connecticut
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Cast Iron.
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	Circa 1876.
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	125978

Dimensions

W.	4.75 in;	H.	5.25 in;
W.	12.07 cm;	H.	13.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

Clive Devenish Antiques has been specializing in antique mechanical banks, toys, decorative arts, and 18th and 19th century furniture for over 40 years. For more information, contact 510.414.4545 or email clivedevenishantiques@comcast.net.

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