Description: This bank, sometimes referred to as "Monkey and Organ Grinder" (which is actually a different bank) is one of the later cast iron mechanical banks made in the United States. "Monkey Bank" was manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company in Lancaster, Pennsylvania during the 1920s through 1935. It had quite a long run and was quite prolific. One of the more common banks, it has quite an enticing and aggressive action, much like, the later, "Trick Dog" bank by the same company. To operate:place the monkey, down in the "locked" position as shown in the first image; put a penny in the monkey's mouth. Upon releasing the lever on the side end of the base under the monkey; the monkey will rapidly jump up depositing the coin in the man's organ grinder. Coins are removed via a key lock trap underneath the base (see image). This is an Estate sale piece and is being sold AS IS The bank is in all original condition and original paint, and even has it's original coin trap at the base (albeit, the trap fits loosely and has no key). The organ grinder has become unattached, it sits on with a screw and nut, but we did not reset it to show it's original condition. You can see how the monkey is attached in the photos. The only writing is in the base, it has a 208 Dimensions: 8 7/8" long x 3 3/16" wide x 7 3/4" high.
Price: 315 USD
Location: Hanover Park, Illinois
End Time: 2025-01-24T15:44:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Hubley
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
