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Shepard Hardware Co. Speaking Dog Mechanical Bank
Estimate:
CA$900 - CA$1,200
Sold
CA$1,000
Live Auction
Music Machines, Toys & Advertising
Size
5.25" H x 7.25" W x 3.25" D
Category
Description
Place a coin on the girl's tray and press the lever. The girl's arm lowers and deposits the coin into the bank. At the same time, the dog opens his mouth as if speaking and also wags his tail. American version (slightly larger than the English version). From the Tanenbaum Collection. Painted cast iron. In good working order. The bank exhibits some light soiling, paint crazing and scattered areas of minor to moderate surface loss. American (Buffalo, NY. , USA). Oct. 20, 1885 Patent. 5.25" H x 7.25" W x 3.25" D. CODE-BAN