Lot # 159 - Vintage Cast Iron and Metal Mechanical Bank Collection

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 27-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 03-Nov-2025 9:38:00 PM
Current bid:

$29.00

Highest bidder:

pop

Auction has ended

Description :

This is a four-piece collection of vintage cast iron and metal banks. The lot includes three mechanical banks and one still bank. All banks show signs of wear consistent with their age, including paint loss and surface patina, which adds to their vintage charm. They are in working condition.

"Two Frogs" Mechanical Bank: A J. & E. Stevens Co. cast iron bank where a coin is placed on a small frog and kicked into a larger frog's mouth.

"Thrifty the Wise Pig" Still Bank: A Hubley cast iron pig still bank holding a sign with a rhyme about saving.

Elephant Mechanical Bank: A cast iron elephant mechanical bank where a coin is placed in its trunk and deposited into a container on its back by pulling the tail. This bank was manufactured by A.C. Williams Co.

"Strato" Rocket Bank: A metal and plastic bank where a spring-loaded rocket deposits a coin into a globe. It was manufactured by Duro Pattern & Mold Co. and often given as a promotional item.

All banks have signs of age, including chipping paint, some rust, and general wear. Please review the photos for a detailed look at the condition of each item.


Auction History

Highest bidder is pop

Date Bid User
03-Nov-2025 9:22:13 PM $29.00 pop
03-Nov-2025 9:22:13 PM $28.00 GrinningGolden
03-Nov-2025 8:28:56 PM $26.00 pop
28-Oct-2025 12:25:58 PM $25.00 B. Lenin
28-Oct-2025 12:25:58 PM $25.00 bears_mom
28-Oct-2025 10:34:42 AM $19.00 B. Lenin
28-Oct-2025 1:18:50 AM $7.00 2156
27-Oct-2025 9:34:05 AM $6.00 Dodgegirl61
27-Oct-2025 7:39:50 AM $5.00 Mkpow1988

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We make every effort to describe lot items as accurately as possible. Expect normal signs of wear associated with antiques, vintage, and used items. We do not list every flaw. All items are sold AS IS WHERE IS. No refunds or returns. Sound Estate Company does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given may be approximate.

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