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19thC Cast Iron Black Bear Money Box
The Victorian period money box, in Black Forest style, cast in two sections, and retaining the original black painted finish with red highlights and penny slot to the rear of the head.
There are few light surface blemishes, but the piece has not been over cleaned, re-painted or restored and there are no chips or cracks or any signs of loss.
The oldest find of a money box dates from 2nd century B.C. Greek colony Priene, Asia Minor, and features the shape of a little Greek temple with a slit in the pediment. Money boxes of various forms were also excavated in Pompeii and Herculaneum. The money box or piggy bank eventually became popular throughout England as a whimsical "money-saving" device for young children and are now desirable collectors items.
A tactile and charming money box, this dancing bear, who we’ve named Bolo, will house and guard your pennies in typically protective black bear style.
SellerDoe And Hope
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The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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There are few light surface blemishes, but the piece has not been over cleaned, re-painted or restored and there are no chips or cracks or any signs of loss.
The oldest find of a money box dates from 2nd century B.C. Greek colony Priene, Asia Minor, and features the shape of a little Greek temple with a slit in the pediment. Money boxes of various forms were also excavated in Pompeii and Herculaneum. The money box or piggy bank eventually became popular throughout England as a whimsical "money-saving" device for young children and are now desirable collectors items.
A tactile and charming money box, this dancing bear, who we’ve named Bolo, will house and guard your pennies in typically protective black bear style.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 10/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsHeight 6 inches
Depth 2 inches
Width 2.75 inches
Coin Slot 1.25 inches
Category Antique Boxes
Date c.1880
Late Victorian Antiques Material Cast Iron
Origin English
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a554
Status Sold
£69.00
$87.89
€83.68
$
€
Conversion rates as of 10/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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