Patronize the Blindman Iron Mechanical Bank

J. & E. Stevens cast iron Patronize the Blind Man and His Dog mechanical bank.

Mechanical Novelty Works New Britain, Connecticut - Circa 1895 Place a coin in the boy's hands. Depress the lever, the goat butts the boy forward and the coin is thrown into the frog. This is one of t

Shepard Hardware Buffalo, NY - 1880's. There are three windows on the front of the bank and a green dial, which rotates the images into those windows. In the window on the left appear the 26 letters o

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

Designed by Charles Bailey. Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Early 1900's. The magician has ascended the stairs and waits patiently at his podium to make your pennies disappear

Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1905. The Calamity Bank portrays collegiate football as it was played at the beginning of the 20th century. In this particular example, w

Made by Hubley Mfg. Company. Lancaster, Pa. - Ca. 1906 - 21 3/4" Tall. The Ferris Wheel Bank was made at a later date (circa 1930's) taking a Hubley Ferris Wheel clockwork toy and marrying it to a bas

Kyser and Rex. Philadelphia, PA. Circa 1880. When the hen is depressed, the policeman springs from his hiding place. Wonderful condition with original unrepaired fence. 100% original with key locking

When the handle is turned, bells chime, the figures revolve and the attendant raises his stick and gathers any coins deposited on the stand. Repaint to figures and canopy. (Very Good). CORRECTION: Fin

Made by the J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1890's. From the collection of Robert Weiss. Without a doubt, the Pug Frog bank is one of the most animated toy banks ever invented.

By J. & E. Stevens Company, Cromwell, Ct. - Circa 1901. Professionally Restored. This example depicts two Yale players tackling the Harvard fullback. The bank has been professionally restored.

J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Ct. - 1900's. Wearing only nominal protective gear, many players sustained serious injuries. President Teddy Roosevelt viewed this situation as very dangerous. He pl

Made by Ives, Blakeslee & Williams Co. Bridgeport, Connecticut - Circa 1878. This is one of the funniest toy banks ever created. It uses a strong brass clockwork mechanism to effectuate the comical ac

J. Barton Smith Philadelphia, PA - 1880's This is a far superior and bright example. An upgrade for practically anybody. Pristine Plus Condition

By the Shepard Hardware Company. Buffalo, New York - Circa 1890's. With his white eggshell face paint and his vivid costume of primary colors, Humpty Dumpty is definitely one of the greatest coin-swal

J. & E. Stevens Cromwell, CT - 1885 A significantly better than normal example. Pristine Condition

J. & E. Stevens Cromwell, CT - 1895 A significantly better example than most. Pristine Condition

Made by J. & E. Stevens Co. Made of Cast Iron. This is a scarce bank. This bank has been professionally restored (figure inside is original paint). It looks absolutely stunning.

Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Ca. 1878.

J. & E. Stevens Company Cromwell, Connecticut, circa 1886 Inscribed: Ã’PROFESSOR PUG FROGS / GREAT BICYCLE FEAT" This bank, designed by Charles A. Bailey (1848-1926) for J. & E. Stevens Company, op

Made by Shepard Hardware Company. Buffalo, NY - 1880's. To operate the Circus Bank, place a penny atop the small pedestal at the back of the bank. Then, turn the crank, which will cause the clown and

J. & E. Stevens, Connecticut, circa 1893 Place a coin in the eagle's beak, depress the lever and she leans forward, spreading her majestic wings, and appears to feed her babies.

Shepard Hardware Co., New York, circa 1884

Made by Shepard Hardware Company. Buffalo, New York - Circa 1888. This colorful and dynamic bank quickly became one of the most popular offerings from Shepard Hardware's Excelsior Series of toy banks.