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Tin Man In Garden Mechanical Bank.

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Made in Germany. As the coin is dropped, the man tilts his watering can to water his plants. There is some restoration to top portion of the backdrop. Figure and plant is lead. One of few known examples. Book example "Mechanical Banks," Dan Morphy page #169. (JY). (Very Good). 4" T.

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Tin Man In Garden Mechanical Bank.

Name: Tin Man In Garden Mechanical Bank.
SKU: 48314627
Price: 6000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $6,000 - $10,000

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Starting Price $850

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