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Patronize the Blind Man - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank

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Trick Dog - Six Part Base - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Made by Shepard Hardware Company. Buffalo, New York - Circa 1888. This colorful and dynamic bank quickly became one of the most popular offerings from Shepard Hardware's Excelsior Series of toy banks.

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Teddy and the Bear - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: By J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Ct. - Circa 1910. The imagery portrayed in this remarkable bank draws from an actual incident from Teddy's adventurous life. While hunting for bear in the south,

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Speaking Dog, Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Patented 1885; by Shepard Hardware,in very good working condition, 7 1/2 in. H., 7 1/4 in. L.

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Patronize the Blind Man - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank

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Description

Red Lettering on Yellow Inset. Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Ca. 1878. At the end of the Civil War, in every small town in America (North & South), children would have encountered injured and maimed soldiers who had participated in the conflict. This bank embodies the Good Samaritan notions of doing for others who are less fortunate. This is a highly superior example of this wonderful toy bank.

Condition

Pristine Very Bright Paint.

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Patronize the Blind Man - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank

Name: Patronize the Blind Man - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank
SKU: 151034035
Price: 5000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $5,500 - $7,500

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Starting Price $2,700

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