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Jolly Black Americana Mechanical Bank 19th Century

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:150.00 - 350.00 USD
Jolly Black Americana Mechanical Bank 19th Century
This is an original "Jolly Nigger Bank" Black Americana cast iron and painted bank. An engraving on the inside says, "Made in England". The piece has embossed and painted lettering on the back that reads, "JOLLY NIGGER BANK". The mechanical bank works by pulling the lever down on the back which causes his arm to move up to his mouth dropping the coin through the lips and also rolling eyes and pulling the tongue in. Measures 6 3/8"T and 5 1/2"x6". The piece works, but the base no longer attaches properly.