Antique American J. & E. Stevens Cast Iron Tammany Mechanical Bank 1875
An antique mechanical coin bank modelled as a political figure representing the leader or. The bank figure sits on a chair and his arm drops the coin into his pocket and the bobble head nods in appreciation of the contribution. Tammany Hall Society of St. Tammany, was an American political organization founded in 1789. The members at the time were regarded as a political gang, illegally profiting from their positions through a system of patronage and corruption. Yellow, red, black, cream. Tammany Bank (Little Fat Man). Width 3.25 Depth 4.5 Height 6 inches. Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. You are welcome to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to purchasing. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use.