{"product_id":"antique-arcade-cast-iron-majestic-radio-still-bank-1930-grigsby-grunow-w-box","title":"Antique Arcade Cast Iron Majestic Radio Still Bank 1930 Grigsby-Grunow with Original Box and Key - Peirce Collection","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an exceptionally rare, museum-grade example of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1930 Majestic Radio Cast Iron Still Bank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArcade Manufacturing Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as an official promotional piece for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrigsby-Grunow Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Chicago. Modeled exquisitely after a high-end Art Deco Majestic console tube radio cabinet, the front facade features the iconic script \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMajestic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" logo cast directly into the lower apron, flanked by beautifully rendered cabriole legs, a faux speaker grille, and dial detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat elevates this specific piece to elite collector status is the inclusion of its ultra-rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal cardboard graphic display box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The crisp cardboard container features rich typography and illustrations, including the slogans \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Join the Majestic Savings Club,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Pay As You Play Your Majestic,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an image of the Majestic Eagle logo declaring an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Authorized Dealer\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e window. It retains its internal mini paper coin envelope, original assembly bolt, and the correct stamped iron key.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe back door panel is stamped sheet metal featuring a smooth coin slot. This bank was distributed by local radio dealerships to encourage families to drop in dimes or quarters to save up for their full-sized \"Mighty Monarch of the Air\" living room console. It has been sourced from the prestigious Peirce Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-afc2174a-7fff-5992-000a-514598e35921\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Majestic Radio Promotional Still Penny Bank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer (Bank Casting):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Arcade Manufacturing Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvertising Client:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grigsby-Grunow Co. (Chicago, IL)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freeport \/ Chicago, Illinois, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cast Iron (Cabinet Frame) \u0026amp; Stamped Sheet Steel (Back Door Panel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original copper-bronze wash\/plating with dark highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 ½\" H x 3\" W x 2\" D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lb 1.2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e From the prestigious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeirce Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Foundry Marks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Impressed model number \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e831\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" visible on the lower inside crossbar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Penny Bank Book: Collecting Still Banks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Andy Moore \u0026amp; Susan Moore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Schiffer Publishing Ltd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Listing entry for Arcade \"Majestic\" Radio, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBank No. 831\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast Iron Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outstanding antique condition. The frame retains its deep, uncleaned, original dry copper-bronze plated surface with exquisite dark highlights. No cracks, chips, welds, or hidden repairs are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack Panel \u0026amp; Hardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The original steel backing plate shows an honest, untouched uniform brown patina\/surface oxidation consistent with age. Includes the correct original slotted mounting screw and key.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Cardboard Box:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent structural condition for its age. All graphic panels are clean, legible, and vibrant with light edge wear, superficial handling scuffs, and minor softening near the top opening flap. Missing no major tabs or structural panels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExamination of the casting confirms authenticity based on classic Arcade Manufacturing parameters. The internal frame displays the correct, clean-struck foundry model number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e831\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cast into the horizontal lower bar. The casting seams are exceptionally tight, flat, and flush with minimal flash line trace, separating it completely from rough modern reproductions. The heavy 1 lb 1.2 oz weight perfectly matches historical foundry standards for this specific architectural dimensions block. Furthermore, the crispness of the raised script \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMajestic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" font on the lower frame demonstrates the precision of an original production mold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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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