Antique JE Stevens World\'s Fair Columbus Indian Mechanical Cast Iron Bank c1893


Antique JE Stevens World\'s Fair Columbus Indian Mechanical Cast Iron Bank c1893

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Antique JE Stevens World\'s Fair Columbus Indian Mechanical Cast Iron Bank c1893:
$799.00


Antique Circa 1893 JE Stevens World\'s Fair Columbus Indian Cast Iron Mechanical Bank.A Fully functional, original World\'s Fair mechanical bank by the J & E Stevens Company.Retains nearly 90% of its original paint. Shows nice patina.There are no breaks, cracks or repairs. Has not been repainted.Measures 6.5\"H x 8.25\"L x 3.25\"W.\"PAT APLD FOR\" appears above the buffalo On One Side. Coin Trap Is Present.The World’s Fair Bank was patented October 10, 1893 by Charles A. Bailey (considered the greatest of all mechanical bank designers) of Cromwell, Conn., and assigned by him to the J. & E. Stevens Company. The bank as made by Stevens closely follows the four diagrams which are part of the patent papers. The bank pictured was made prior to the date of the issue of the patent.Ornately designed featuring a buffalo hunt with the Indian on horseback running down the buffalo. On the other side there is considerable floral, leaf and vine work surrounding the center section. In relief in this section is a good representation of Columbus’ ship, the Santa Maria.
To operate the bank, a coin is placed in the provided slot in front of the feet of Columbus. It stays in place resting against the end of the log. The lever is then pressed down. The log snaps up and back as the figure of the Indian rises while Columbus lifts his right arm in greeting as the Indian offers him the peace pipe. The coin meantime slides down a slot-like chute into the bank. upon releasing the lever Columbus lowers his right arm.
The bank represents an important event in our history, the discovery of America by Columbus, and it also commemorates an exhibition in honor of Columbus, the Worlds Columbian Exposition held in Chicago, Ill.It is one of only three known mechanical banks that utilize an Indian as part of the subject matter. The other two are Chief Big Moon and the Indian and Bear.

Antique JE Stevens World\'s Fair Columbus Indian Mechanical Cast Iron Bank c1893:
$799.00

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