Lot 1254

CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK

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Chief Big Moon Mechanical Bank: Chief Big Moon cast iron mechanical bank. Rare red and yellow base. Manufactured by the J. & E. Stevens Company Cromwell, CT, circa 1899. Condition: Original paint and condition. L 10" D 4" H 5-5/8".

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CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK: 552. CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co. | 9.5" l. | (VG - Exc. Cond.) | $1,200 - $1,800

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Chief Big Moon Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens. Cromwell, CT - 1899. Missing trap, in perfect working order. Brown and Silver base.

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A 'Chief Big Moon' Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: A 'Chief Big Moon' Cast Iron Mechanical Bank J&E Stevens, Circa 1890s Height 6 1/8 x length 10 inches. This lot is located in Cincinnati.

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Chief Big Moon Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: paint is worn throughout, mechanism works, pond lifts up, stamped pat applied for on bottom, has bottom stopper

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Chief Big Moon - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Made by the J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1899. Charles Bailey's inspiration for "Chief Big Moon" may have come from the frog pond adjacent to the Stevens foundry building.

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J&E STEVENSCHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK: Original J&E Stevens Chief Big Moon cast iron mechanical bank. No cracks or breaks. Worked when tested. Has overall wear to finish. Missing trap. 9 1/2", Very Good

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Mechanical Bank: Space ship and Moon, Mellon National Bank and Trust Co., works, no key, see photos.

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TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK.: Made by J & E Stevens & Co. Stunning example with 98% bright paint.Condition:(Near Mint).Dimensions:8 - 1/2" x 3" x 4 - 1/2".

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TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK: 259. TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK | J & E Stevens Co., difficult bank to find with all authentic parts, strong condition grade for this piece. Provenance: Jack White Bank Collection. | 9" l. | All origin

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Item Details

Description

1254. CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK | J&E Stevens Co. | 9.5" l. | Replaced arms and body touch-up, (Very Good Condition) | $500 - $1,000

Condition

Replaced arms and body touch-up, (Very Good Condition)

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CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK

Name: CHIEF BIG MOON MECHANICAL BANK
SKU: 159458100
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $1,000

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