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Charming vintage cast iron Uncle Sam mechanical coin bank featuring the classic Americana design inspired by the famous late-19th-century mechanical banks.
Uncle Sam stands atop a red bank building wearing his tall top hat, black coat and striped trousers while holding a green umbrella. A red U.S. valise sits beside him, and a raised gold eagle decorates the front of the base.
The mechanical action is WORKING. The mechanism opens and closes as intended, and a video demonstrating the action is included with the listing.
Details:
• Working mechanical coin bank
• Uncle Sam Americana design
• Heavy cast metal / cast iron construction
• Painted red, black, cream, green and gold
• Green umbrella and red U.S. valise
• Raised eagle decoration
• “BANK” lettering on side
• Mechanical action demonstrated in listing video
• Wonderful patriotic folk art display piece
Condition:
Wonderful vintage character with age-related paint wear, surface wear and patina throughout. The aged finish gives the bank a fantastic old-fashioned folk art appearance. Mechanical action is working as shown in the listing video. Please review photos and video for the complete condition.
This piece follows the historic Uncle Sam mechanical bank design originally associated with Shepard Hardware. It is being sold as a vintage reproduction/style example and is not represented as an original 1880s Shepard Hardware bank.
A great piece for an Americana collection, vintage toy collection, folk art display, office or bookshelf decor, or patriotic holiday decorating.
