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Shepard Hardware Co., Uncle Sam mechanical bank

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Uncle Sam Mechanical Bank Shepard Hardware 1886: A Truly Fine Example Of A Cast Iron Mechanical Uncle Sam. Shepard Hardware, Ny Circa, Patent 1886. Just An Overall Fine Example With Great Expression And Strong Colors. Approximately 11 and in high

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SHEPARD CAST IRON UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK: Very desirable early Mechanical Bank. All original withy no breaks or repairs. has original paint. Comes with key. 11 1/2" very Good

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Shepard Hardware Co., Uncle Sam mechanical bank

Item Details

Description

Shepard Hardware Co.
Uncle Sam mechanical bank

USA, c. 1886
painted cast iron
11.25 h x 5 w x 4 d in (29 x 13 x 10 cm)

Cast date to underside 'Pat. June 8 1886'.

Provenance: Collection of Governor Jim Thompson, Chicago

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Moderate ambient wear and scattered losses to original paint. Deposit mechanism functions appropriately but could use further adjustment. Locked interior has not been opened or examined and contains a few small coins.

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Shepard Hardware Co., Uncle Sam mechanical bank

Name: Shepard Hardware Co., Uncle Sam mechanical bank
SKU: 163275881
Price: 950 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

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