Darktown Battery Iron Mechanical Bank

J. & E. Stevens 1880's of Cromwell, Connecticut. Place a coin in the pitcher’s hand and press the lever. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quickly by him that it defle

Made by the J. & E. Stevens Company Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1888. Place a coin in the pitcher’s hand and press the lever. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quick

J. & E. Stevens 1880's of Cromwell, Connecticut. Place a coin in the pitcher’s hand and press the lever. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quickly by him that it defle

Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Late 1880's. The sporting theme, vivid color and dynamic action make the Darktown Battery one of the great favorites of collectors. Pennies pla

J & E Stevens. Cromwell, CT. Circa 1890. A classic mechanical bank with exquisite action depicting the Possums being struck out. A very fine example in good working order with original trap. 10 inches

J. & E. Stevens 1880's of Cromwell, Connecticut. Place a coin in the pitcher’s hand and press the lever. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quickly by him that it defle

Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Late 1880's. The sporting theme, vivid color and dynamic action make the Darktown Battery one of the great favorites of collectors. Pennies pla

J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - 1887.

By J. & E. Stevens in original polychrome painted finish, w2orking, 2 3/4 x 9 7/8 x 7 1/4" high. Condition paint circa 85%, arms of batter replaced, otherwise fine.

Made by J. & E. Stevens Company Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1888. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quickly by him that it deflects off the chest protector of the catc

Made by J. & E. Stevens circa 1880's of Cromwell, Connecticut. Place a coin in the pitcher’s hand and press the lever. He pitches the coin and the batter swings, but the coin sails so quickly by him

Painted cast iron “Darktown Battery” mechanical bank J. & E. Stevens Co., Cromwell, CT, circa 1880 Marked to underside "Pat'd Jan 17, 1880". H: 7 in. L: 9 1/4 in.

J. & E. Stevens cast iron Darktown Battery mechanical bank, 7'' h.

Cast iron mechanical bank, "Darktown Battery" on front, makers mark underneath, reproduction, originally by J&E Stevens, late 19th century. Provenance: Single owner collection, suburban Philadelphia e

Cast Iron "Darktown Battery" Mechanical Baseball Bank, J & E Stevens Co, Cromwell, Connecticut, late 19th century, original painted surface, the coin trap marked "Pat Feb 2 1875," 7 1/4" h, 9 3/4" l

Original J&E Stevens cast iron Darktown Battery Baseball Mechanical Bank. No cracks or repairs. Has touch up that can be seen under black light/ Worked when tested. A classic bank that displays well.

CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK - "Dark Town Battery", by J. & E. Stevens, patented 1875, this circa 1885. The only 19th c. baseball themed bank, also the only one with all three figures that move. 7 1/2" t

Painted iron mechanical bank, baseball players, stamped on bottom “Patd. Feb 2 1815”. 7”H x 10”W.

iron mechanical bank, original paint, 7"h, 10"w

Manufactured by J&E Stevens & Co. Working condition. Pitcher's arm and hat is repainted and replaced. Condition (Very Good - Excellent). Size 10'' L.

This late 19th century bank is in working condition and retains much of its original paint. 7.25”H x 10”W x 2.75”D.

1888 J & E Stevens Dark Town Battery Mechanical Bank - cast iron, 9 3/4" L, lacking trap, working.

Darktown Battery Mechanical Bank. J. & E. Stevens Company, Cromwell, Connecticut,Circa 1888. Original cast iron working mechanical bank with paint wear. Classic baseball and Americana black 19th centu

Operational cast iron mechanical bank by J. & E. Stevens Patent Jan. 17 1888. The batter is missing the bat and the bottom lock plate is gone. Otherwise very good condition with original paint and all