Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
$100.00 USD

This is an early 20th-century Cast Iron "Fido" Dog Still Penny Bank, traditionally attributed to the Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania (and produced in similar forms across major American foundries such as A.C. Williams during the 1910s–1920s). This iconic American still bank features a charming, head-cocked puppy sitting attentively with perked ears and an arched eyebrow expression.

The bank is constructed from two heavy cast iron halves joined by a single slotted brass screw on the rear. The coin slot is situated on the back collar area. The base exhibits characteristic interior cast locking tabs that secure the two halves at the bottom. The figure retains its original cream/off-white factory paint finish with hand-painted black eyebrow and facial details, grey ear highlights, and red accent dots along the raised collar.

Origin & Age

  • Manufacturer: Attributed to Hubley Manufacturing Co. (Lancaster, PA) / Early 20th-Century American Foundry

  • Estimated Date: Circa 1914–1920s

  • Country of Origin: United States

Dimensions & Weight

  • Height: 4.75"

  • Width: 3"

  • Depth: 4"

  • Weight: 2 lbs 3.3 oz

Material

Solid Sand-Cast Iron with Original Lead/Oil Factory Paint and Slotted Screw Hardware

Condition Report

  • Paint Condition: Approximately 60%–65% original factory paint remains. Shows authentic, honest play wear, paint flaking, and loss across high-contact surfaces (snout, ears, back, and paws).

  • Surface Patina: Underlying exposed raw cast iron displays a smooth, dark oxidized charcoal patina with minor surface oxidation on the bottom base.

  • Structural Integrity: Excellent. No cracks, breaks, repairs, or re-welds anywhere on the iron castings.

  • Hardware: Original flat-head slotted screw is fully intact and original to the piece.

  • Cleanliness: Uncleaned and unpolished to preserve original historical integrity and patina.


Attribution & Construction Analysis

While precise factory attribution for un-marked early 20th-century cast iron figures can vary among collectors and trade catalogs, this piece displays classic period manufacturing details associated with Hubley-style production:

  1. Seams & Casting Alignment: The vertical seam running down the profile shows clean alignment typical of fine American sand molds from the 1910s–1920s.

  2. Base Tabs: The underside features cast interlocking alignment keys that secure the lower halves.

  3. Hardware: Assembled with a single period-correct slotted countersunk screw.

  4. Patina & Finish: Displays authentic cold enamel paint loss over 100-year-old dark iron oxidation.

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  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914
  • Antique Cast Iron Fido Dog Still Bank Original Paint Attributed Hubley c. 1914

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