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Mechanical Uncle Sam Coin Bank

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15 years ago
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Description

 Working, excellent condition, no chipping. Mechanical Uncle Sam Bank Patened June 8 1886

Was owned by my great scientist uncle who invented the first model microphone bought by Royer Michrophones.  His model being Speiden.

 

Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium Heavy Metal
Distinguishing marks Patented June 8 1886
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 11" tall
Date Period 1886
Weight 2-3 pds
History This item has been in my recently deceased uncle's collection. He was a scientist and invented the first microphone which was bought out by Royer microphone.
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Submitted by JUSTBSMILEY

 nice. i have one also but i believe its a remake.. does yours take a key? if it is the original i was told they run between $1500 up to $9500..  

Submitted by Lovejoy

We've had a pile of these Uncle Sam banks listed here in recent years, but as this bank has been extensivly reproduced you really need to have a specialist have a look at it. Values for them are all over the map, here's a link tomauctions for them this past year:

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/search?q=uncle+sam+bank&fq=&sort=relevance&dtype=gallery&hasimage=true&type=complete&rows=20&addfq=sale_date_year%3A%282010%29

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