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Mechanical Iron Bank

Us patent tammany mechanical cast iron saving bank, 1875
Located in Bilzen, BE
American mechanical piggy bank TAMMANY BANK called "The fat man". Plychrome cast iron, the right
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Antique 1870s American American Classical Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Pelican, " Made of Cast Iron, circa 1878
By John Gerrard
Located in Incline Village, NV
The Pelican Mechanical Bank is made of cast iron and was manufactured by The J. & E. Steven's
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule & Barn Mechanical Bank C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Panted Cast Iron Figural Mule & Barn Mechanical Bank C1880. Measures - 5.25"H x 3.5"W x
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Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Creedmore Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank Reproduction
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Creedmore Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank Reproduction. Circa Late 20th Century
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow. Circa Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book Of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Horse Kicking Boy Bank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Book Of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Horse Kicking Boy Bank. Circa Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection. Circa Late 20th Century
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch & Judy, 20th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-painted cast iron mechanical bank "Punch and Judy Bank." A vintage book of knowledge Punch
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Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank "Punch & Judy" 20th Century
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank "Punch & Judy" 20th Century, Wear consistent with age
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Late 20th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

"Peg-Leg Beggar" Mechanical Bank, American, circa 1880
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Peg-leg Beggar" 19th century cast iron mechanical bank was probably inspired by the many disabled
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Antique 1880s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast iron Owl bank with a turning head coin lever and glass eyes. Lot of the original
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Antique 1880s American American Classical Toys

Materials

Iron

"Cat Boat" Mechanical Toy Penny Bank, American, circa 1968
By Utexiqual Products
Located in Incline Village, NV
In near mint and all original condition this vintage mechanical bank appeals to both sailing
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Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Aluminum, Iron, Tin

"William Tell" Mechanical Toy Savings Bank. American, Circa 1896 (All Original)
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"William Tell" mechanical bank was patented and manufactured in 1896 by the J. & E. Steven's
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank Speaking Dog By The Shepard Co Ca 1885; with Original Wooden Box
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mechanical bank measures 7 1/8" long and is in excellent all original condition and paint, especially
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Mechanical "Novelty Bank, " American Late 19th Century
Located in Lake Forest, IL
The bank is activated by opening the door and placing a coin on the tray held by a figure, closing
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Antique Late 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Folky Mechanical Cast Iron Folky Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th century cast iron folky iron bank has original over paint as they repainted them as
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Boy Scout Mechanical Bank 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A painted cast iron mechanical bank offers Boy Scouts in an outdoor setting, 20th Measures- 6''H x
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Early 20th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Cabin Bank" Circa 1885
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Cabin Bank, a cast iron mechanical bank, was manufactured in 1885 by the J. & E. Steven's Company
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Magic Bank" Circa 1876
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1876 by the J. & E. Steven's Company in Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron bank
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Magic Bank, " circa 1876
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1876 by the J. & E. Steven's Company in Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron bank
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Magic Bank, " circa 1876
Mechanical Bank "Magic Bank, " circa 1876
H 5.25 in W 4.25 in D 4.75 in
"Novelty Mechanical Bank"
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique 19th century cast iron mechanical bank by J. & E. Stevens Super appealing bright original
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art More Folk Art

"Novelty Mechanical Bank"
"Novelty Mechanical Bank"
H 6.75 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Mechanical Bank "Bulldog Savings Bank" Circa 1882
By Ive's, Blakelee & William's Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
Of all known mechanical banks this is one of the more interesting methods by which the coin is
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Organ Bank, Medium, " circa 1881
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1881 by the Kyser & Rex Co. in Frankford, Pennsylvania, this cast iron mechanical
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Two 19th Century Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Banks
Located in Essex, MA
Two Painted Cast Iron Mechanical "Owl" Banks, by J. & E. Stevens, c. 1880, one with amber colored
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Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Vintage Cast Iron Still Bank Boy On Trapeze Book Of Knowledge Mechanical Bank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Still Bank Boy On Trapeze Book Of Knowledge Mechanical Bank. Underside reads
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Home Bank" Without Dormers, circa 1872
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
This is a very "early" post-Civil War cast iron mechanical bank and difficult to find. It was
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Novelty Bank", circa 1873 (Brown Version)
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Novelty Bank" was manufactured by the prolific maker of mechanical banks, the J. & E. Steven's
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Tammany" Circa 1873
Located in Incline Village, NV
name change for the bank at that point in time. The cast iron bank is in good all original
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Antique 1870s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank   "Tammany"   Circa  1873
Mechanical Bank   "Tammany"   Circa  1873
H 6 in W 3.13 in D 4.44 in
Antique Figural Polychromed Cast Iron Mechanical Bird Bank Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique figural bank offers polychromed cast iron construction with mother bird feeding her nest
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Antique Late 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Leap Frog" Circa 1891
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mechanical bank measures 7 1/2" at the base, and is in excellent all original condition and paint. The
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Monkey & Coconut" Circa 1886
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mechanical bank measures 5" long x 8 1/2" high. The bank is in excellent all original condition and paint
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "William Tell" Circa 1896
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"William Tell" mechanical bank was patented and manufactured in 1896 by the J. & E. Steven's
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

"William Tell" Mechanical Bank. Circa 1896
Located in Incline Village, NV
"William Tell" mechanical bank was patented and manufactured in 1896 by the J. & E. Steven's
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

"William Tell" Mechanical Bank.  Circa 1896
"William Tell" Mechanical Bank.  Circa 1896
H 6.75 in W 3.75 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Artillery Bank, circa 1960
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Book of Knowledge "Artillery Bank" mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction
Category

Mid-20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Bank Mechanical Yellow Cabin Mountain Man
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Bank Mechanical Yellow Cabin Mountain Man. Circa Late 20th
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage J.E. Stevens Jolly Painted Cast Iron Americana Mechanical Coin Bank
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vinatge painted cast iron mechanical coin bank by J.E. Stevens. Measure: 7" “J. & E. Stevens
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Early 20th Century American Classical More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, The Dentist, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Book of Knowledge mechanical bank "The Dentist" offers polychrome painted cast iron
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Dentist Chair/Pulling Teeth Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Dentist Chair/Pulling Teeth Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge. Circa Late 20th
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Bull Dog Bank, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Book of Knowledge mechanical bank offers polychrome painted cast iron bulldog, embossed
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Bull Dog Mechanical Bank, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge bull dog mechanical bank offers polychrome painted cast iron
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique William Tell J.E. Stevens Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique mechanical bank bank by J.E Stevens offers polychrome painted cast iron construction and
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, Patty and the Pig
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge patty and the pig mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch & Judy, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge Punch & Judy mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction with
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20th Century American More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Indian Shooting Bear" Circa 1907
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
This cast iron mechanical bank was patented in 1883 but not manufactured until 1907 by the J. & E
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Early 20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Eagle and Eaglets" circa 1883
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron mechanical bank measures 6 11/16" long at the base. The bank is in
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

"Rabbit Standing" Mechanical Bank, American, circa 1882
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Rabbit Standing" cast iron mechanical bank is American made and manufactured by the Lockwood
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Antique Mechanical Cast-Iron "Novelty Bank" by J.E. Stevens Orig Condition, 1873
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique cast-iron mechanical "Novelty Bank" designer by C. Johnson for J. & E. Stevens, circa 1873
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron 'Spise a Mule Mechanical Bank, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge "Always did 'spise a Mule" mechanical bank offers polychrome cast
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Paddy and The Pig" Circa 1886
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mouth of Paddy. Made of cast iron, and measuring 7 3/16" long, "Paddy and the Pig" mechanical bank
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Teddy And The Bear" Circa 1907
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mechanical bank measures 10 1/8" and is in excellent all original condition and paint. The bank has some
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Early 20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

20th Century Mechanical Bank Depicting Spanish American War
Located in Charleston, SC
20th century mechanical bank depicting Spanish American War.
Category

Early 20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Elephant, Man Pops Out" Circa 1884
By Enterprise Manufacturing Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Elephant, Man Pops Out" cast iron mechanical bank was manufactured in 1884 by the Enterprise
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Antique 19th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Paddy and the Pig, " circa 1886
Located in Incline Village, NV
mouth of Paddy. Made of cast iron, and measuring 7 3/16" long, "Paddy and the Pig" mechanical bank
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Jonah & the Whale Mechanical Bank by Shepard Hardware
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
Jonah and the Whale Bank, patented on July 15th in 1890 by Charles G. Shepard and Peter Adams and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Mechanical Bank “Paddy and the Pig” By J&E Stevens
Located in London, GB
American cast iron mechanical bank “Paddy and the Pig” by J&E Stevens Seated upon the iron base is
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

J. & E. Stevens and Company Magician Mechanical Bank
Located in London, GB
Magician mechanical bank A part functioning cast iron mechanical bank with original paint. Made by
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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Games

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cast Iron "Uncle Sam" Toy Bank Box North American
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Cast Iron "Uncle Sam" Toy Bank Mechanical Coin Bank with Americana Eagle Umbrella Piggy
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Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

"Bulldog Bank" American, circa 1880 Cast Iron Mechanical Bank
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
(see image). It is one of the earlier mechanical banks made for children to encourage saving, and is
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Antique 1880s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mechanical Cast Iron Still Bank Circus Elephant Coin Piggy Bank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mechanical Cast Iron Still Bank Circus Elephant Coin Piggy Bank. Circa Late 20th Century
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mechanical Elephant Cast Iron Bank Collectible Toy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage mechanical hand-painted cast iron elephant coin bank. Mechanical bank in good working order
Category

Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Incline Village, NV
) is one of the later cast iron mechanical banks made in the United States. "Monkey Bank" was
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Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
Mechanical Bank "Monkey Bank", circa 1925
H 7.75 in W 3.19 in D 8.88 in
"Chandler's Bank" Mechanical Bank, American, circa 1900
Located in Incline Village, NV
antique mechanical coin banks, having been buying, selling, and examining these fine objects for more than
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Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

Mechanical Bank, "Watchdog Safe" in Cast Iron, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Watchdog Safe" mechanical bank was manufactured by the prolific toy coin bank manufacturer J. & E
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

"Hall's Excelsior" Cast Iron Mechanical Toy Savings Bank. American, Circa 1869
By J. & E. Steven's Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Hall's Excelsior" mechanical bank (as this is referred to) is recognized as the first example of a
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Antique 1860s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

"Bank of Education & Economy" Mechanical Bank. American, circa 1895
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Bank of Education & Economy" nickel plated cast iron mechanical bank is one of the more
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Mechanical Bank "Leap Frog, " circa 1891
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
mechanical bank measures 7 1/2" at the base and is in excellent all original condition and paint. The subject
Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Tammany", American, circa 1873
Located in Incline Village, NV
bank at that point in time. This cast iron bank is in excellent all all original condition with no
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Antique 1870s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, Trick Pony, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge trick pony mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction with
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20th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch & Judy, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge Punch & Judy mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction with
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch & Judy, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge Punch & Judy mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction with
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Bank, Trick Pony, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage book of knowledge trick pony mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction with
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20th Century American More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Vintage Book of Knowledge Butting Buffalo Cast Iron Mechanical Bank 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Book of Knowledge Butting Buffalo mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction
Category

20th Century American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Iron

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"Lady and Baby by The Wishing Well" Still Bank, German, circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
Very interesting wooden still bank with lots going on. All hand-carved of wood with four small circular risers elevating the base. There is a water pump with a bucket hanging from it...
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Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Toys

Materials

Wood

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Mechanical Iron Bank For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mechanical iron bank available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and aluminum, every mechanical iron bank was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the mechanical iron bank you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mechanical iron bank, those designed in Folk Art and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mechanical iron bank over the years, but those crafted by J. & E. Steven's Company, J. & E. Stevens Co. and Shepard Hardware Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mechanical Iron Bank?

A mechanical iron bank can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $13,850.
Questions About Mechanical Iron Bank
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a cast iron bank is real or a reproduction, examine the hardware used to hold it together. Original banks usually feature flathead screws, while modern reproductions tend to have Phillips-head hardware. Shop a range of expertly vetted original cast iron banks on 1stDibs.

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