Toy, Bank, Cast Iron, Trick Pony

6420.505
Trick Pony Cast Iron Bank Circa 1895
Trick Pony Cast Iron Bank Circa 1895
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Title
Trick Pony Cast Iron Bank Circa 1895
Creation Date
1895
Materials

Dimensions

8 in H x 2.5 in W x 7.5 in L

Accessory
original key on a string
Description
A Trick Pony Cast Iron Bank. The rectangular coin bank has a flat surface with horse on top.  The horse has a slot in its mouth to put coins in.  A lever is pulled in the back to tilt the head and drop money into bank. It has a patent date of June 2nd and July 7th of 1885. The item is mostly painted red with some gold highlights and black for saddle and hair.  Includes the original key to unlock the bank.
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