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J. & E. Stevens Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank

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J. & E. Stevens "Owl Turns Head" Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens, American. Cast iron, glass, and pigment "Owl Turns Head" mechanical coin bank, ca. 1880. When the lever along the back is pressed down the owl turns its head to move the coi

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J&E STEVENS OWL MECHANICAL BANK: Original J& E Stevens cast iron Owl Turns Head mechanical bank. All original condition with no cracks or repairs. Worked when tested. Nice original paint. 7 1/2", Excellent

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Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank - By J. & E. Stevens: Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank - By J. & E. Stevens Company - Mid 1880's

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Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank: White Version. J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1880's.

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OWL TURNS HEAD MECHANICAL BANK.: Made by J & E Stevens. All original, missing coin trap and needs good cleaning.Condition:(Very Good Plus).Dimensions:4" x 3" x 7 - 1/2".

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Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank: Made by J. & E. Stevens Co. Made of Cast Iron. Excellent Condition.

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Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank: Made by J. & E. Stevens circa 1880's. Made of Cast Iron. Good Condition (No Trap).

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Owl Turns Head Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1880's.

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Owl Turns Head Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens, 1880's. Place your coin on the branch next to the Owl's head, press the lever, the Owl will quickly move his head and your coin will be deposited. Made of Cast Iron with Glass Eyes. W

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Owl Turns Head Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens 1880. Made of Cast Iron / Glass Eyes. Worked when tested. Very Good Condition.

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Owl Turns Head - White Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Cromwell, CT - 1880. This is an excellent and bright example of the rare White Owl (Snowy Owl) version. Excellent Plus Condition.

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Owl Turns Head - Yellow Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Cromwell, CT - 1880 Pristine Plus Condition.

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Owl Turns Head - Grey - Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Ct. - 1880's.

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Owl Turns Head - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Gray Plumage. Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1880's.

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Owl Turns Head - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: Bird with Gray & White Feathers. Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Ca. 1890.

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Owl Turns Head - Brown - Iron Mechanical Bank: J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Ct. - 1880's.

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J. & E. Stevens Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank

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Description

American, late 19th century. A J. & E. Stevens cast iron mechanical bank of an owl that turns its head, marked PAT'D SEPT 21 & 28TH 1880. Place coin on top of branch and press lever to turn owl's head and deposit coin; ht. 7.25, wd. 3.75, dp. 3 in.

Condition

Missing bottom hole cover. Right eye cracked. Paint loss, could use a cleaning.

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J. & E. Stevens Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank

Name: J. & E. Stevens Owl Turns Head Mechanical Bank
SKU: 58969272
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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