Antique Uncle Sam Cast Iron Mechanical Bank - USA
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:45263591 | Featured Refinements: Cast Iron Mechanical Bank |
| Brand: Wilton | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Original/Reproduction: Reproduction |
Uncle SamAntique Cast Iron Mechanical Bank - Shepard Hardware (Pat, June 8, 1886) (see photo) Buffalo New York.
Bank measurements Height: 11.25 inLength: 4 inWidth: 4 7/8 in Weight 4 lbs. 11.7 oz.
NOTE! This is not the ORIGINAL according to Sy Schreckinger, who has a detailed article in Mechanical Banks about the Uncle Sam bank... the originals had a 5" width at the wide part of the base!
However ...its mechanical behavior is just as the original was which was patented. And I have been told that this version was made by Wilton in Connecticut. A clue is the bank door.
Bank operates as it should by inserting coin in Uncle Sam's hand, and depressing button. Coin purse opens and coin drops in. Key & Lock is missing, as a result door does not close properly. Please look carefully at the photos. The item presents well, and the colors match the colors for this bank and it appears to have most of its original paint. It is priced to reflect its presentation as a piece. The originals were not primed, and rusted causing paint loss, it is likely this was the version that came primed in a later run, but subsequent owners touched it up. It is definitely an older maybe even circa 1900 version. We believe it is made in America and maybe? Shepard Hardware... based on the patent and functional aspects.
The Beard does move as the arm movesActual production date is unknown. There are no marks other then the patentUncle Sam is cast in a ribbon above eagle on the front. And the word 'Bank' is on each side.
"Peter Adams Jr. and Charles G. Shepard created the first Uncle Sam bank. But it was the Shepard Hardware Company of Buffalo, New York that produced the first one in 1886. This particular cast-iron mechanical bank features an umbrella-carrying Uncle Sam standing on a decorated base holding a suitcase. By placing a coin in his hand and pressing the knob on the box, Uncle Sam lowers his arm and puts the money into the U.S Treasury bag. The beard on his lower jaw moves as if he’s talking". These banks were produced from 1896 to 1900.. Reproductions with different heights, bases, functions have been produced ever since. This is a US made version recast reproduction.
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We are a family owned business and we do our best to insure that items are described to the best of our abilities.
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Bank measurements Height: 11.25 inLength: 4 inWidth: 4 7/8 in Weight 4 lbs. 11.7 oz.
NOTE! This is not the ORIGINAL according to Sy Schreckinger, who has a detailed article in Mechanical Banks about the Uncle Sam bank... the originals had a 5" width at the wide part of the base!
However ...its mechanical behavior is just as the original was which was patented. And I have been told that this version was made by Wilton in Connecticut. A clue is the bank door.
Bank operates as it should by inserting coin in Uncle Sam's hand, and depressing button. Coin purse opens and coin drops in. Key & Lock is missing, as a result door does not close properly. Please look carefully at the photos. The item presents well, and the colors match the colors for this bank and it appears to have most of its original paint. It is priced to reflect its presentation as a piece. The originals were not primed, and rusted causing paint loss, it is likely this was the version that came primed in a later run, but subsequent owners touched it up. It is definitely an older maybe even circa 1900 version. We believe it is made in America and maybe? Shepard Hardware... based on the patent and functional aspects.
The Beard does move as the arm movesActual production date is unknown. There are no marks other then the patentUncle Sam is cast in a ribbon above eagle on the front. And the word 'Bank' is on each side.
"Peter Adams Jr. and Charles G. Shepard created the first Uncle Sam bank. But it was the Shepard Hardware Company of Buffalo, New York that produced the first one in 1886. This particular cast-iron mechanical bank features an umbrella-carrying Uncle Sam standing on a decorated base holding a suitcase. By placing a coin in his hand and pressing the knob on the box, Uncle Sam lowers his arm and puts the money into the U.S Treasury bag. The beard on his lower jaw moves as if he’s talking". These banks were produced from 1896 to 1900.. Reproductions with different heights, bases, functions have been produced ever since. This is a US made version recast reproduction.
We photograph the items we sell. The images are not retouched except for cropping or brightening shadows.
When needed we will photograph items with measuring tools. If you need a particular view that is not included with the listing, please ask if we can provide it.Likewise, if you have any questions regarding the item, its description or images, please do not hesitate to ask.
All images are and remain copyrighted by AsheyBrush
We are a family owned business and we do our best to insure that items are described to the best of our abilities.
Shipping. We use USPS shipping and rates are calculated based on total package weight.
Our business is moving all digital and while we might be busy, we will be checking messages.
Feedback. We do give feedback. Please tell us if you have any delivery, packaging or item issues before posting a review. We are always striving to improve our business and appreciate a chance to address any issues.
Please pay promptly 4 business days if possible, if you are having issues paying, please inform us.
We always combine shipping.
Thank you
