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Mechanical Bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897

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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

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

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ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE CAST-IRON MECHANICAL BANK: ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE CAST-IRON MECHANICAL BANK,red base with earlier patent marking "PATD APR 22D 1879 / PENDG" to underside of base, designed by James H. Bowen. Working condition in original pain

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Mechanical Bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897

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

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Mechanical Bank "Always Did Spise A Mule" 1897

Name: Mechanical Bank \"Always Did Spise A Mule\" 1897
SKU: 171501826
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $10,000

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