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Mammy and Child Mechanical Bank - Yellow Dress

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:75.00 USD Estimated At:150.00 - 250.00 USD
Mammy and Child Mechanical Bank - Yellow Dress
<B>Mammy and Child Mechanical Bank - Yellow Dress</B></I> made by Kyser & Rex, Philadelphia, PA, circa: 1884. When a coin is placed in the slot on the mammy’s apron and the lever is activated, the mammy lowers the spoon to feed the baby. As her head lowers, the baby’s legs rise, and the coin falls into the bank. The coin may also be deposited into the bank by placing in the baby’s mouth. <I>From the William Esser Collection.<BR></B></I><BR><B>Condition</B></I>: General chipping to paint, especially on the baby's head. Working. Very good - Excellent (85%). Size: 7.25" Tall.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Miscellaneous Collectibles, Larg (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)