Bidspirit auction | Dinah Mechanical Bank

Dinah Mechanical Bank - This Dinah mechanical bank is a cast iron bust attributed to the design of John Harper and Company or Shepard Hardware Company. The model name DINAH is embossed in a raised rectangular frame on the back of the figure. The item is constructed of cast iron and features a hand-to-mouth lever-action mechanism. A lever located on the back of the right shoulder raises the figure's right hand to its mouth when depressed. The figure is depicted with a yellow garment, a dark necklace, and textured hair. A securing screw is located at the back of the neck and the base plate is present. This specific example shows characteristics consistent with a mid-to-late 20th-century reproduction or a heavily refurbished vintage piece. Height: Approximately 6.5 inches. Pickup is Wednesday, April 22 from 10 am to 3 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax is collected on this auction.