Artillery Mechanical Coin Bank (Rectangular Trap)
Summary
Cast iron mechanical bank shows a soldier with a mortar aimed at a building. To operate the bank, the mortar's hammer is pulled back, raising the soldier's arm. A coin is placed in the mortar. Pressing a lever causes the mortar to shoot the coin into the building. Manufactured by the Shepard Hardware Company circa 1892.Title: Artillery Mechanical Coin Bank (Rectangular Trap)
Tags
Date
1892
Source
Missouri History Museum
Copyright info
public domain