September 29th Rare Autograph & Document Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/29/2022
Patented 1882, manufactured by Shepard Hardware Co., Buffalo, NY, paint loss and discolored to brown finish, with red hat, good mechanics, fine overall.
Original Vintage Antique Shepard Hardware Humpty Dumpty Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Circa 1882. Not a Reproduction. This bank was made by Shepard Hardware patented 1884. A coin is placed in his hand, and then moving the lever in the back, the arm is raised and the coin is deposited into the open mouth while the eyes roll back. This one is hard to find in any condition, and this one is better than most. Does show some paint wear, and could be cleaned if desired. No breaks or cracks. Don't miss this opportunity to own one of these beautiful rare banks.
Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Humpty Dumpty
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