{"product_id":"antique-kenton-toys-cast-iron-radio-bank-1920s-small-3-dial-safe-w-original-tag","title":"Antique Kenton Toys Cast Iron Radio Bank 1920s Small 3-Dial Safe w\/ Original Tag Egelhoff and Pierce Collections","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an exceptional, investment-grade example of the 1920s cast iron \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Radio Bank\" (Small Version)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e manufactured by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKenton Hardware Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Kenton, Ohio. Designed during the golden age of early radio broadcasting, this mechanical safe bank meticulously mimics a 3-dial TRF (Tuned Radio Frequency) tabletop radio receiver from the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bank features a beautifully cast housing finished in its original, vibrant Nile green\/light blue enamel paint, accented by highlighted gold corner columns. The heavy, nickel-plated cast iron front door proudly displays three rotating functional dials, pointer increments, and the embossed text \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"RADIO BANK\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. What elevates this piece to a true museum-grade rarity is that it retains its incredibly fragile, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal cardboard \"KENTONTOYS\" operating instruction tag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which details the specific dial combination required to unlock the safe door.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside features a fully perforated grid pattern designed to allow the collector to see the savings inside, with the crisp casting mark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"KENTON TOYS KENTON OHIO\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e running along the lower rear base edge. This specific piece boasts incredible provenance, bearing an inventory label from the renowned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarry T. Egelhoff Safe Bank Collection (#1595)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and passing through the historic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeirce Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It remains in an uncleaned, completely original state, maximizing its historical integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasting \u0026amp; Material Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The cast iron displays the characteristic tight grain, smooth back-molding, and precise tolerances expected of Kenton Hardware's 1920s production. There are no modern pitting signs, oversized sand-gaps, or crude flash lines common to contemporary reproductions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As visible in photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the rear of the safe door utilizes authentic, original iron cotter-pin retaining clips to hold the three individual nickel dials to their stamped back-braces. The main body assembly utilizes a single, authentic slotted steel machine screw deeply recessed into the top panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface Patina \u0026amp; Paint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The green\/blue enamel paint exhibits natural, micro-checked aging, honest high-point wear, and minor oxidation tracking along the base and corners \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat cannot be replicated artificially.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInscriptions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The maker's mark cast into the base plate is flawlessly aligned, sharp, and correct in font size and spacing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kenton Hardware Co. (Kenton, Ohio)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra\/Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1925–1930 (1920s)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cast Iron (Housing \u0026amp; Door), Stamped Nickel Steel (Dials\/Lock Mechanism), Paper\/String (Tag)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\" H x 4 1\/2\" W x 2 3\/4\" D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lb, 3.6 oz (verified in file \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20260615_022356.jpg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Larry T. Egelhoff Safe Bank Collection (Tag #1595), The Peirce Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exact model is cataloged and fully documented in the industry-standard authority text for still bank collectors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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 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 116 (Item Reference #604, listed as \"Radio Bank, 3 Dials\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent, completely original \"as-found\" condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint\/Surface:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Retains approximately 85-90% of its original factory paint. Expect minor, honest flaking and paint loss along the edges of the top lid, feet, and column moldings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The gold highlights on the front pilasters remain crisp and clear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical Functionality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The three-dial mechanism rotates freely and smoothly. The original door hinge operates perfectly without any sag or structural hairline cracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Tag:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The original cardboard \"KENTONTOYS\" tag is in extraordinary condition with clear, unfaded red lettering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It shows gentle handling creases consistent with age but remains fully intact on its original string loop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eShipping calculated by eBay\/USPS\/UPS based on your ZIP code.\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;\"\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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