{"product_id":"1930s-uncle-sam-3-coin-register-bank-durable-toy-novelty-cleveland-oh-working","title":"1930s Uncle Sam 3 Coin Register Bank Durable Toy \u0026 Novelty Cleveland OH Working","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original 1930s American mechanical coin bank is the classic \"Uncle Sam's 3 Coin Register Bank,\" manufactured by the Durable Toy \u0026amp; Novelty Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio. Constructed from heavy, cold-rolled pressed sheet steel finished in its original black enamel, this piece features original gilt brass-toned instruction and title decals on the front face, sides, and top register header.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to accept and register nickels, dimes, and quarters, the coin mechanism automatically tracks total deposits up to $10.00, unlocking the lower collection door once full. The rear panel retains complete embossed operating instructions, factory details, and the clear patent stamp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"PATENT APPLIED FOR 9-34\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (September 1934). The bottom features a dedicated slot for paper currency labeled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"DEPOSIT PAPER MONEY HERE\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cleveland, Ohio, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Durable Toy \u0026amp; Novelty Corporation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra \/ Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1934–1939 (1930s Great Depression Era)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy cold-rolled pressed sheet steel, brass\/metallic faceplates, mechanical internal spring levers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent original working condition. The black enamel finish maintains a smooth, original surface patina with minor wear, mild play-wear scratches, and paint thinning on high-touch points. Decals are intact and crisp. The mechanical lever operates smoothly. Untouched, uncleaned historical condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Penny Bank Book: Collecting Still and Mechanical Banks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Andy Moore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage \/ Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Page 142 (Item #1382 \/ Durable Toy \u0026amp; Novelty Corp. Registering Banks Section)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-1a0b9e12-7fff-fbe9-48bc-380c0e265e6b\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping calculated by USPS\/UPS\/FedEx based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. 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