Vintage Toys, Cast Iron Banks, & Classic Collectibles
Lot 2:
Jonah and the Whale Cast Iron Mechanical Bank
Description
This is a cast iron mechanical bank depicting ‘Jonah and the Whale,’ marked on the base as ‘Reproduced from Original in Collection of The Book of Knowledge,’ dated July 15, 1890. The colorful painted design features Jonah in a red and yellow boat, holding an object near the green whale, set atop a detailed base. The bank displays the name ‘Jonah and The Whale’ in molded lettering across the front. The piece measures 10 inches in length, as verified by the accompanying ruler in the image. Mechanical components are visible underneath the base, indicating its functional nature as a bank.
CONDITION: Overall, this mechanical bank shows age-consistent surface wear and fading to the painted finish, with areas of paint loss and minor scratches visible throughout. Slight corrosion is present on the base and hardware components, particularly at mechanical contact points and screws. All structural elements are intact based on visual inspection, though mechanical operation has not been tested. Sold as-is.
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