Antique Cast Iron Mechanical Bank – “Uncle Sam” (c. 1886, Shepard Hardware Co.) Amber Beer Bottle Author: Alexander

Author: Alexander

Topic: Dogs

blending rural imagery with Wembley Ware’s signature glazes

Item Height: 280mm

📏 Height: 24

Antique Cast Iron Mechanical Bank – “Uncle Sam” (c. 1886, Shepard Hardware Co.) Amber Beer Bottle Author: AlexanderStep back into the late 19th and early 20th century with this cast iron mechanical bank featuring Uncle Sam. These banks were originally created to encourage children to save money in a fun and interactive way. When a coin is placed in Uncle Sams hand and a lever is pressed, he deposits the coin into his carpet bag. A classic and highly collectible mechanical cast iron bank, featuring Uncle Sam in top hat and tails, standing proudly on a plinth