Lot 0103

J&E Stevens Mechanical Bank I Always Did 'Spise a Mule Jockey on Horse Early

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Mechanical Banks

Sold

STEVENS ALWAYS SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: J. & E. Stevens circa 1879. Mechanical cast iron painted bank 'Always did 'spise a mule' , jockey on bench. Put a coin underneath the boy’s bench and depress the button on the ground underneaththe m

2022STEVENS ALWAYS SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

Always Did 'Spise A Mule Mechanical Bank: J.E. Stevens Always Did 'Spise A Mule Mechanical Bank. Don't beat a mule or you will get the hooves and knocked down! Hold a coin the the chair, push the bottom, and the mule performs a spinning kick

2024Always Did 'Spise A Mule Mechanical BankSee Sold Price

Sold

I Always Did Spise a Mule - Jockey Version - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1880's.

2024I Always Did Spise a Mule - Jockey Version - Cast Iron Mechanical BankSee Sold Price

Sold

J&E STEVENS SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: All original with nice paint. Man on bench version. Mechanics work. Still has trap. No breaks or repairs. 10" Excellent

2022J&E STEVENS SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANK: 1229. SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., colorful paint, fast action of man being thrown from mule to deposit coin from his mouth. Ex. Bob Brady. | Overall in (Pristine Condit

2023SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANK: 363. SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANK | J & E Stevens Co. Provenance: Jack White Bank Collection. | 10" l. | (Very Good to Excellent Condition) | $500 - $750

2022SPISE A MULE JOCKEY OVER MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

J&E STEVENS SPIES A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: Original J&E Stevens Spies a Mule cast iron mechanical bank with Jockey over top. Looks like old repair where Jockeys hands attached to reins. Right had has pulled loose. Nice original paint. Worked w

2022J&E STEVENS SPIES A MULE MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY: 1086. SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY | J&E Stevens Co. | 10" l. | Jockey is lacquered, otherwise in (Very Good to Excellent Condition) | $400 - $800

2023SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEYSee Sold Price

Sold

SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY: 1177. SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY | J&E Stevens Co. | 10" l. | Peen crack to one side of mans body, missing brim from his hat, paint in otherwise (Excellent Condition) | $300 - $600

2023SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEYSee Sold Price

Sold

SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY: 342. SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEY | J&E Stevens Co. | 10" l. | Repainted with replaced trap. | $300 - $600

2023SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK - JOCKEYSee Sold Price

Sold

J. & E. STEVENS Co. 'SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: "ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE," pat'd 1879, showing a figure on a bench before a mule h. 5-3/4 w. 10 d. 3 in. Provenance: Descended through a Cortlandt Manor, NY family

2022J. & E. STEVENS Co. 'SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANKSee Sold Price

Sold

J. & E. Stevens "Always Did 'Spise A Mule" Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens(Connecticut, est. 1843)"Always Did 'Spise A Mule" Mechanical Banklate 19th centurypainted cast ironimpressed "Always Did 'Spice A Mule"6 x 10 x 3 inches

2022J. & E. Stevens "Always Did 'Spise A Mule" Mechanical BankSee Sold Price

Sold

Spise a Mule, Jockey Over - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1890. Made of Cast Iron. Coins placed in the jockey's mouth are deposited through the slot in the log when the bank is operated. Works we

2023Spise a Mule, Jockey Over - Cast Iron Mechanical BankSee Sold Price

Sold

Two Mechanical Banks, America, late 19th century.: Two Mechanical Banks, America, late 19th century. Assembled group includes one c. 1880 kicking horse bank mounted on a slotted base impressed with inscription 'ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE', a variation o

Two Mechanical Banks, America, late 19th century.See Sold Price

Sold

I Always Did Spise a Mule - Bench Version - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1890's.

2024I Always Did Spise a Mule - Bench Version - Cast Iron Mechanical BankSee Sold Price

Sold

Mechanical Bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897: Mechanical bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897 in excellent original paint. Estate fresh, working.

2024Mechanical Bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897See Sold Price

Related Mechanical Banks

Always did spise a mule jockey over cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s: Always did spise a mule jockey over cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s from the Book of Knowledge series est. value $400.00-$450.00

5 days LeftAlways did spise a mule jockey over cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s

$350

SPISE A MULE JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK: 20. SPISE A MULE JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK | John Harper & Co., England, scarcer variation of the always popular Spise a mule banks. Book example featured on page 130 of Dan Morphy's "Official Price Guid

May 18, 2024SPISE A MULE JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK

$1,200

Always did spise a mule boy on bench cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s: Always did spise a mule boy on bench cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s from the Book of Knowledge series est. value $400.00-$450.00

5 days LeftAlways did spise a mule boy on bench cast iron mechanical bank circa 1950s

$350

BOXED SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: 41. BOXED SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., remarkable example with original patina finish, never been cleaned as found in England. Book example featured on page 129 of Dan Morphy's "Off

May 18, 2024BOXED SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK

$2,500

SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK: 194. SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., striking colors with thick paint to red base with yellow edging, bank has the original patina finish, never been cleaned as found in England. Repla

May 18, 2024SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK

$1,000

Aways did spise a mule original cast iron mechanical bank: Aways did spise a mule original cast iron mechanical bank by J&E Stevens company circa 1897 est. value $7200.00-$7500.00

5 days LeftAways did spise a mule original cast iron mechanical bank

$6,500

Creedmore cast iron mechanical bank by J&E Stevens circa 1877: Creedmore cast iron mechanical bank by J&E Stevens circa 1877 est. value $1700.00-$1800.00

5 days LeftCreedmore cast iron mechanical bank by J&E Stevens circa 1877

$1,400

HORSE RACE MECHANICAL BANK: 70. HORSE RACE MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., stunning example with full paper decal at center, strong original paint on tin horses, and paint accents to archways. Book example featured on page 12

May 18, 2024HORSE RACE MECHANICAL BANK

$4,000

BOXED MULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANK: 24. BOXED MULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., a superior offering with very rare original wooden box, one of the finest examples known with bright paint which has never been cleaned,

May 18, 2024BOXED MULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANK

$6,000

Early Hall's Excelsior cast iron mechanical bank: Early Hall's Excelsior cast iron mechanical bank by J & E Stevens Co. circa 1869 excellent working and professionally restored condition est. value $1200.00-$1500.00

7 days LeftEarly Hall's Excelsior cast iron mechanical bank

$800

BUCKING MULE MECHANICAL BANK: 72. BUCKING MULE MECHANICAL BANK | Judd Manufacturing Co. Book example featured on page 41 of Dan Morphy's "Official Price Guide to Mechanical Banks." | Provenance: The John & Adrianne Haley Collectio

May 18, 2024BUCKING MULE MECHANICAL BANK

$1,200

Kicking Mule mechanical bank: Vintage all hand painted cast iron Kicking Mule mechanical bank circa 1970?s $350.00-$375.00

5 days LeftKicking Mule mechanical bank

$200

Kicking Mule cast iron mechanical bank: Kicking Mule cast iron mechanical bank est. value $300.00-$350.00

5 days LeftKicking Mule cast iron mechanical bank

$250

BOXED CREEDMOORE MECHANICAL BANK: 4. BOXED CREEDMOORE MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., as good as they come, with original wooden box and an original black and white photograph of man sitting with the bank on display. | Provenance:

May 18, 2024BOXED CREEDMOORE MECHANICAL BANK

$1,500

PANORAMA MECHANICAL BANK: 35. PANORAMA MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., phenomenal example in as originally found condition and has never been cleaned, retains a rich patina and features an uncommon authentic color variation

May 18, 2024PANORAMA MECHANICAL BANK

$10,000

TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK: 34. TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co., bright and attractive paint with authentic leg, this is a strong offering for this bank. | Provenance: The John & Adrianne Haley Collection. | 9" l. |

May 18, 2024TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK

$2,000

More Items in Mechanical Banks

Black Americana Cast Iron JOLLY NEGRO Mechanical Bank: This Mechanical Coin Bank symbolizes a dark part of our History / We Do Not Share the Same Opinion this Piece may Represent / We do not know how old this is but it is NOT a Period Original Piece / See

May 23, 2024Black Americana Cast Iron JOLLY NEGRO Mechanical Bank

$55

UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK: 9. UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK | Shepard Hardware Co., this is believed to be the finest example known for this wonderful Americana bank. Book example featured on page 252 of Dan Morphy's "Official Pric

May 18, 2024UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK

$10,000

May 18, 2024PANORAMA MECHANICAL BANK

$10,000

1896 Black Americana Cast Iron Mechanical Coin Bank: This Mechanical Coin is Stamped on bottom J.E. Stevens 1896 and it Works - Even though it is dated this is Not a Period Original Bank - We do not know how old these actually are - See all Photos

May 23, 20241896 Black Americana Cast Iron Mechanical Coin Bank

$160

ANTIQUE BLACK AMERICANA MECHANICAL BANK: BLACK AMERICANA CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK, MARKED SHEPARD HARDWARE, DATED 1883.

May 11, 2024ANTIQUE BLACK AMERICANA MECHANICAL BANK

$50

May 18, 2024TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK

$2,000

MIKADO MECHANICAL BANK: 68. MIKADO MECHANICAL BANK | Kyser & Rex Co., rare and desirable bank for a seasoned collector, remarkable action which captivates any audience, place coin under the right hat, turn rear crank and wat

May 18, 2024MIKADO MECHANICAL BANK

$30,000

ANTIQUE CAST IRON MECHANICAL OWL BANK: MECHANICAL CAST IRON OWL BANK, BY J.E. STEVENS. BOTTOM PLUG HAS BEEN REPLACED. 7 1/2" H

May 11, 2024ANTIQUE CAST IRON MECHANICAL OWL BANK

$200

May 23, 2024Black Americana Cast Iron JOLLY NEGRO Mechanical Bank

$50

ROBOT CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK: 39. ROBOT CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK | Starkie's, England, circa 1910, at this time this is the only cast iron variation in existence compared to the aluminum version, due to the iron's weight it was l

May 18, 2024ROBOT CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK

$5,000

May 18, 2024BOXED CREEDMOORE MECHANICAL BANK

$1,500

BOXED JOLLY MAN MECHANICAL BANK: 44. BOXED JOLLY MAN MECHANICAL BANK | Attributed to Sydenham & McOustra Walsall, England, straight lettering on rear of bank, includes very rare original cardboard box of which not many are known. | P

May 18, 2024BOXED JOLLY MAN MECHANICAL BANK

$1,000

MUSICAL SAVINGS SYMPHONIUM MECHANICAL BANK: 95. MUSICAL SAVINGS SYMPHONIUM MECHANICAL BANK | Manufactured by Regina Music Box Corp, Rahway, NJ circa 1900, winding the mechanism and depositing a coin causes music to be played, includes four disc

May 18, 2024MUSICAL SAVINGS SYMPHONIUM MECHANICAL BANK

$2,500

J. & E. Stevens Cast Iron Eagle & Eaglets Mechanical Bank,1883: Description: A ca. 1883 painted cast iron Eagle & Eaglets bank by J. E. Stevens, the eagle lowering its beak to feed the eaglets with a coin when the lever is pulled.Type: Coin bankMaterials: Cast iro

May 12, 2024J. & E. Stevens Cast Iron Eagle & Eaglets Mechanical Bank,1883

$220

BULL DOG STANDING MECHANICAL BANK: 204. BULL DOG STANDING MECHANICAL BANK | Judd Manufacturing Co. | Provenance: The John & Adrianne Haley Collection. | 7" l. | (Pristine to Near Mint Condition) | $600 - $900

May 18, 2024BULL DOG STANDING MECHANICAL BANK

$400

JOLLY MAN HIGH HAT MECHANICAL BANK: 17. JOLLY MAN HIGH HAT MECHANICAL BANK | John Harper & Co., England, circa 1890-1900, scarce and desirable variation to the Jolly banks. | Provenance: The John & Adrianne Haley Collection. | 8.5" h. |

May 18, 2024JOLLY MAN HIGH HAT MECHANICAL BANK

$600

Recommended Banks, Registers & Vending Machines

Circa 1920's marked (International Vending Machine Co. StLouis MO) cast iron table signed on both: Circa 1920's marked (International Vending Machine Co. StLouis MO) cast iron table signed on both ends. H 31" w 33" d 24". Found in Arvada CO collection. good solid condition.

5 hrs LeftCirca 1920's marked (International Vending Machine Co. StLouis MO) cast iron table signed on both

$850

Rock-Ola Bubbler CD Jukebox in Light Oak: Model: CD8E-Oak, made in California, USA. CD's 100. Compatible with mobile phones and Bluetooth streaming. 5 speakers, dual 3-way system, CD player and self-adjusting laser. QSC 425 watt RMS amplifier

6 hrs LeftRock-Ola Bubbler CD Jukebox in Light Oak

$1,000

Seeburg High Fidelity Retro Jukebox: Great working jukebox filled with excellent music such as The Beach Boys, Chicago, Queen, CCR and many More. Lights up and sounds awesome! Glass panels along bottom are cracked and one is missing enti

2 days LeftSeeburg High Fidelity Retro Jukebox

$200

2317-BRASS CASH REGISTER W/STAND **NO SHIPPING AVAILABLE**: NATIONAL CASH REGISTER COMPANY, DAYTON OHIO, WORKING ORDER IS UNKNOWN **NO SHIPPING AVAILABLE**

Jun 15, 20242317-BRASS CASH REGISTER W/STAND **NO SHIPPING AVAILABLE**

$175

WURLITZER 1015 Bubbler 45 RPM Jukebox: From a Bronxville, NY estate. - Dimensions: 61" h x 33" w x 24" d.

1 day LeftWURLITZER 1015 Bubbler 45 RPM Jukebox

$2,000

Wurlitzer Model 4008 Auxiliary Jukebox Wall Speaker: American. 1946-1949. Wood case with vacuum molded plastic inserts and chrome trim. The Wurlitzer model 4008 wall speaker famously influenced numerous Electric Light Orchestra album covers. Later repro

May 11, 2024Wurlitzer Model 4008 Auxiliary Jukebox Wall Speaker

CA$700

May 23, 2024Black Americana Cast Iron JOLLY NEGRO Mechanical Bank

$55

May 18, 2024UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK

$10,000

Vintage Cracker Jack Vending Machine w/ Key 30 1/2"H, 9 1/2" x 5 1/2": Vintage Cracker Jack Vending Machine w/ Key 30 1/2"H, 9 1/2" x 5 1/2"

5 hrs LeftVintage Cracker Jack Vending Machine w/ Key 30 1/2"H, 9 1/2" x 5 1/2"

$200

Montgomery Ward Handpainted Antique Iron Safe.: The door of the safe has a painting of a ship. It comes with the combination. There are some scratches, and it is missing a cap on the top hinge of the door. The safe measures 18" wide, 19" deep, and

7 hrs LeftMontgomery Ward Handpainted Antique Iron Safe.

$70

White enameled lollipop standing penny weight: scale, early 20th century. Honest weight 1 cent scale by the Bradford Scale Company Providence RI. With "Did you weight yourself today" sign. With tiled enamel platform. 67 1/2" high, 19 1/2" wide, 23

5 hrs LeftWhite enameled lollipop standing penny weight

$250

WURLITZER 616A TOTAL RESTORATION: *I LOVE WURLITZER JUKEBOXES!*THIS IS MY PERSONAL WURLITZER 616A AND NO EXPENSE SPARED IN THIS TOTAL RESTORATION, INCLUDING REFINISHING THE CABINET, NEW AMPLIFLIER, COMPLETE MECHANICAL*PLAYS 16 78'S *I

8 hrs LeftWURLITZER 616A TOTAL RESTORATION

$2,500

May 18, 2024PANORAMA MECHANICAL BANK

$10,000

1957 Seeburg KD-200 Jukebox: American. 1957. Veneer case with chrome trim. A sought-after machine known for the iconic 1950s tail light grille and rotating selector drum. 200s were only made for a few runs. Specialty door-to-door

May 11, 20241957 Seeburg KD-200 Jukebox

CA$500

May 23, 20241896 Black Americana Cast Iron Mechanical Coin Bank

$160

May 11, 2024ANTIQUE BLACK AMERICANA MECHANICAL BANK

$50

J&E Stevens Mechanical Bank I Always Did 'Spise a Mule Jockey on Horse Early

Item Details

Description

J&E Stevens cold painted cast iron mechanical bank "I Always Did 'Spise a Mule," an early example. Bank depicts a jockey on horse. When button under horse is pressed, horse and jockey crash forward to deposit coin into base. Base marked "I Always Did 'Spise a Mule," underside and bolt with patent dates.
Weight Approx., 3 lbs Approx.
Measurements: 10.75 inches x 3 inches x 8.125 inches.
Domestic Shipping: $20

Condition

Functions perfectly. Typical age associated wear to paint.

Buyer's Premium

J&E Stevens Mechanical Bank I Always Did 'Spise a Mule Jockey on Horse Early

Name: J&E Stevens Mechanical Bank I Always Did 'Spise a Mule Jockey on Horse Early
SKU: 136985465
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

See Sold Price

Starting Price $500

Sell a Similar Item

5 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options

Item located in Gardena, CA, us

Offers In-House Shipping

Local Pickup Available

Payment

Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers

Global Auctions Company

Gardena, CA, United States

31 Reviews

956 Followers