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J. & E. Stevens, Magician Mechanical Bank

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Magician - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Made by the J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1890's. This is an iconic mechanical bank from the late Victorian Era

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ANTIQUE CAST IRON J&E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANK: ANTIQUE CAST IRON J&E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANK, BULL DOG WITH GLASS EYES, PAT APRIL 27TH 1880, APPROXIMATELY

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LOT OF 2: J & E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANKS.: First is an eagle with eaglets bank, broken at the perch with missing eyes. The second is also an eagle with eaglets bank with a replaced baby bird, missing bellows, and a replaced trap.Condition:(Fai

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LOT OF 2: J & E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANKS.: First is a Creedmoor with a replaced trap, works well. Second is a William Tell.Condition:(Fair - Very Good).Each: 10" x 3 - 3/4" x 6 - 1/2".Dimensions:

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LOT OF 2: J & E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANKS.: The first is a Paddy and the pig with a replaced leg, works well. The second is a speaking dog.Condition:(Good).Largest: 7" x 3 - 1/2" x 8".Dimensions:

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LOT OF 2: J & E STEVENS MECHANICAL BANKS.: The first is a Creedmor, with a loose tree and missing trap. The second is a Creedmor that is not working, with a homemade trap.Condition:(Fair - Good).Each: 10" x 2 - 3/4" x 6 - 1/2".Dimensions:

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Original Cast Iron J.E. Stevens Mechanical Bank Native American Shotting Brown Bear: Broken in half. Both pieces work as should, need link to connect both sides. 10.5" x 3" x 7.5" tall

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J&E STEVENS OWL MECHANICAL BANK: Original J& E Stevens cast iron Owl Turns Head mechanical bank. All original condition with no cracks or repairs. Worked when tested. Nice original paint. 7 1/2", Excellent

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Early Example J & E Stevens Tammany Mechanical Bank Cold Painted Cast Iron: J&E Stevens cast iron cold painted Tammany mechanical bank, early example. Cold painted cast iron mechanical bank in the form of a seated man in a chair. Marked Tammany Bank to the side. Movable arm a

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J&E STEVENS CREEDMORE MECHANICAL BANK: Original J & E Stevens cast iron Mechanical Bank. All original with no breaks or repairs. Nice original paint. Action works. May clean to higher grade. 10" Very Good

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J & E Stevens Owl Mechanical Bank: J & E Stevens Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Bank. Pat'd 1880. 7-1/2" H, right ear is broken and missing glass eyes. As Found

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J&E STEVENS ARTILLARY MECHANICAL BANK: Original mechanical bank made by J.E. Stevens, patented in 1892. This is the Confederate version. Base measures 8", and the bank operates as it should. Paint appears original. Displays well. Very Good

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J&E STEVENS CREEDMORE MECHANICAL BANK: All original in exceptional condition. Paint is wonderful. Mechanics work. Still has trap. 10" Excellent-Near Mint

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J. & E. Stevens, Magician Mechanical Bank

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Designed by Charles A. Bailey, this is the harder to find version featuring pink stairs. Place coin on the table and as the lever is pressed, the magician covers the coin with his hat and moves his head up and down. When he raises his hat, the coin is no longer on the table as it has already fallen into the bank. From the Tanenbaum Collection. Painted cast iron. In working order although the spring is a little weak. The cover is missing from the base. Exhibits scattered areas of light to moderate paint loss and accompanying oxidation. A fine spray of small white paint droplets is evident in areas. American (Cromwell, CT., USA). Patent Jan. 22, 1901. 8" H x 7" W x 3.75" D. CODE-BAN

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J. & E. Stevens, Magician Mechanical Bank

Name: J. & E. Stevens, Magician Mechanical Bank
SKU: 123847649
Price: 4000 CAD
Availability: InStock

Estimate CA$3,000 - CA$3,500

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Starting Price CA$25

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