Banks, Vending and Registers

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  • RUSSIAN ZRT-457M SPOTTING TELESCOPE & ACCESSORIES
    Estimate
    $150 - $300

    RUSSIAN ZRT-457M SPOTTING TELESCOPE & ACCESSORIES

    Est.
    $150 - $300
    Austin Auction Gallery
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $100
  • FRENCH CAISSE DE CONTROLE CASHIER'S COUNTERTOP CASH DRAWER
    Estimate
    $150 - $350

    FRENCH CAISSE DE CONTROLE CASHIER'S COUNTERTOP CASH DRA...

    Est.
    $150 - $350
    Austin Auction Gallery
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $100
  • BOSTON TERRIER AND FRENCH BULLDOG CAST-IRON BANKS
    Estimate
    $50 - $80

    BOSTON TERRIER AND FRENCH BULLDOG CAST-IRON BANKS

    Est.
    $50 - $80
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    3 Bids
    Current Bid
    $110
  • DACHSHUND, SCOTTIE, AND BULLDOG CAST-IRON BANKS, LOT OF THREE
    Estimate
    $50 - $80

    DACHSHUND, SCOTTIE, AND BULLDOG CAST-IRON BANKS, LOT OF...

    Est.
    $50 - $80
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    3 Bids
    Current Bid
    $70
  • ANTIQUE CAST-IRON STILL BANKS, LOT OF EIGHT
    Estimate
    $100 - $150

    ANTIQUE CAST-IRON STILL BANKS, LOT OF EIGHT

    Est.
    $100 - $150
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    3 Bids
    Current Bid
    $90
  • Collection of Painted/Stenciled Tin Banks and Cups
    Estimate
    $200 - $400

    Collection of Painted/Stenciled Tin Banks and Cups

    Est.
    $200 - $400
    New England Auctions
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $50
  • "OLD SALT" WITH FISHING NET FISHERMAN AND BRADLEY AND HUBBARD SHIP CAST-IRON BANKS, LOT OF TWO
    Estimate
    $80 - $120

    "OLD SALT" WITH FISHING NET FISHERMAN AND BRADLEY AND H...

    Est.
    $80 - $120
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $40
  • Vintage Duncan Miller Coin Operated Parking Meter
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    Vintage Duncan Miller Coin Operated Parking Meter

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Fine Estate, Inc.
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • ASSORTED CAST-IRON BANKS AND TOYS, LOT OF SIX
    Estimate
    $50 - $80

    ASSORTED CAST-IRON BANKS AND TOYS, LOT OF SIX

    Est.
    $50 - $80
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    2 Bids
    Current Bid
    $30
  • ASSORTED BUILDING CAST-IRON PENNY / STILL BANKS, LOT OF EIGHT
    Estimate
    $50 - $80

    ASSORTED BUILDING CAST-IRON PENNY / STILL BANKS, LOT OF...

    Est.
    $50 - $80
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    2 Bids
    Current Bid
    $30
  • (14) ANTIQUE IRON BANKS, C. 1900
    Estimate
    $200 - $400

    (14) ANTIQUE IRON BANKS, C. 1900

    Est.
    $200 - $400
    Austin Auction Gallery
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $150
  • EAGLE AND EAGLETS CAST-IRON MECHANICAL BANK
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    EAGLE AND EAGLETS CAST-IRON MECHANICAL BANK

    Est.
    $200 - $300
    Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., ...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100

The tradition of coin banks dates back several centuries, so it isn't surprising that you have discovered an interest in antique piggy banks and have started your own collection. Antique as well as vintage piggy banks are not only useful for storing coins, but they serve as excellent decorative items. Due to the way they evoke childhood memories, these priceless collectibles will delight collectors of all ages, young and old.

Banks, Vending and Registers - A Brief History

Still Banks

Still Banks have no moving parts, making them less complicated than mechanical banks. These include antique banks with pictures of animals, people, and animated characters. These types of coin banks are extremely popular among antique piggy bank enthusiasts due to their simplicity. Tin, ceramic, iron, and chalkware were the principal materials used to manufacture vintage piggy banks, each with its distinctive shape and design.

Mechanical Banks

Mechanical Banks differ from most piggy banks in that they operate primarily via mechanical action. A mechanical bank also includes coin slots; in this case, however, when a coin is inserted into the coin slot, it triggers a response from various characters. Movements used in the manufacturing of mechanical banks affect the functionality of the banks. These are usually cast iron banks.  The designs and figures adorning the tops of mechanical banks make it easy to differentiate them from still banks.

A mechanical bank is incredibly easy to spot and distinguish from a still bank on the basis of the figures and designs on top of the banks. Additionally, the banks emit funny sounds or perform funny actions when money is dropped into them. Mechanical banks do not need to be destroyed or retrieved physically, unlike piggy banks.

Cash Registers

Cash registers are more than just antiques; their historical appeal makes them ideal for small businesses as well as home decor. Antique cash registers were often lavishly decorated with delicate details and were a focal point of many small businesses. High-polished cabinetry is common on some of these early machines, including Bronze, Brass, Copper, Silverplate, Nickel plate, Black oxide on bronze, gold plate, antique copper, and Enamel-painted or engraved flat metal. A good thing about these vintage cash registers is that they can even be used as an aesthetic investment for your space.

Vending Machines

Vending machines were not always used for selling soda and tobacco. Historically, Hero of Alexandria, a mathematician, invented the first vending machine using valves, pulleys, and weights to dispense holy water in the first century. Vending machines only became common after the Industrial Revolution. Vintage vending machines include vending machines that dispense stamps, postcards snacks, as well as beverage machines for serving soft drinks. Simply visit Bidquare if you are looking for interesting Banks, Vending, and Registers of various shapes and patterns that harken back to times past.

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