{"product_id":"antique-cast-iron-battleship-oregon-still-penny-bank-j-e-stevens-green-paint-1898","title":"Antique Cast Iron Battleship Oregon Still Penny Bank J\u0026E Stevens Green Paint 1898","description":"\u003cp\u003eOffered is an authentic 19th-century cast iron still bank depicting the famous Spanish-American War naval vessel Battleship Oregon. Cast in two vertical halves secured by a single central iron machine screw, this bank features exceptional detail, including triple smokestacks, raised observation decks, dual port openings, anchor detailing, and an embossed eagle crest with shield on the bow. The bank is missing its six removable cast iron gun barrel pins, though the primary two-piece cast iron hull, deckhouse, screw mechanism, and original green paint remain intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bank retains a large amount of its original factory-applied cold-painted green finish with rich, natural oxidation, patina, and underlying iron showing through high-wear surfaces. The lower port bow clearly displays the crisp raised casting PAT APLD FOR, and both sides feature the raised OREGON nameplates. The bottom base profile shows three clean, original diamond-shaped coin trap openings where halves meet, with no cracks, structural breaks, or welded repairs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Specifications\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Antique Cast Iron Still Coin \/ Penny Bank\u003cbr\u003eSubject: USS Oregon Battleship (Spanish-American War Naval Commemorative)\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: J. \u0026amp; E. Stevens Co., Cromwell, Connecticut\u003cbr\u003eEra \/ Age: Circa 1898–1902 (Victorian \/ Turn-of-the-Century)\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: United States\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Heavy Cast Iron (2-part shell joined by internal screw mechanism)\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Approx. 5.5\" Length x 5.0\" Height x 2.0\" Beam Width\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 559 Grams (1.23 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: The Penny Bank Book: Collecting Still Banks Through the Penny Door by Andy \u0026amp; Susan Moore, Page 130, Entry #1450.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Report\u003cbr\u003eStructural Integrity: Excellent, 100% complete original casting with no fractures, chips, missing smokestacks, or stress cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface \u0026amp; Paint: Original unrestored cold paint showing age-appropriate flaking, oxidation, surface rust, and honest handling wear. Patina has been kept entirely untouched and uncleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware: Original single central steel\/iron binding screw intact; holds both halves tight with zero seam separation. Missing the six removable cast iron gun barrel pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003cbr\u003eThis piece exhibits all classic markers of 100% original late 19th-century J. \u0026amp; E. Stevens casting:\u003cbr\u003eSeam Alignment \u0026amp; Finish: Hand-fitted interior seam lines with smooth, crisp mold seams and minimal excess flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasting Detail \u0026amp; Texture: Crisp, micro-grained cast surface with sharp, legible raised lettering (OREGON and PAT APLD FOR), distinctly finer than coarse, pitted modern recasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware: Period-correct countersunk machine screw with authentic thread pitch and age-matched surface oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Paint Integrity: Authentic micro-crazing and flaking on the cold-painted green ground layer over dark, naturally oxidized iron, rather than modern acrylic overspray or artificial chemical distressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping calculated by USPS\/UPS\/FedEx based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003cbr\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. However, as dedicated enthusiasts rather than professional appraisers or certified experts, we cannot offer guarantees on authenticity, age, origin, or precise valuation. We strongly recommend that buyers perform their own due diligence, including consulting reference materials or experts, and thoroughly examine the accompanying photographs. These images are an essential component of our listing and depict the item's actual condition, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections consistent with its antique nature. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and form their own assessment on condition, description and authenticity before purchasing. All items have signs of wear commensurate with age and usage. The lack of statement regarding condition does not imply that the item is in perfect condition or free from any and all defects. 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Our utmost focus is on customer satisfaction, and we'll do everything in our power to ensure every transaction is smooth, transparent, and positive for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Light and Legacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50429303619627,"sku":"1424","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/5379\/5371\/files\/20260915_212712.jpg?v=1789872466","url":"https:\/\/thelightandlegacy.com\/products\/antique-cast-iron-battleship-oregon-still-penny-bank-j-e-stevens-green-paint-1898","provider":"Light and Legacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}