For sale is a vintage cast iron mechanical money bank titled "Giant in the Tower," cast from a historical 1892 John Harper & Co. design template.
This heavy, highly decorative piece operates via a classic mechanical coin drop: sliding a coin into the front tower slot activates the internal counterweight mechanism. It features a hand-painted brick facade, yellow accent windows, and the stamped historical attribution on the baseplate. Perfect as a rustic statement piece, desktop collectible, or novelty addition for antique toy enthusiasts.
The mechanical action moves cleanly. The central assembly screw is currently tightly set, but the structural housing is intact. The iron shows a beautifully aged surface patina with authentic minor paint chips consistent with its vintage era.
Dimensions: 23cm (H) x 10cm (W) x 9cm (D)
Weight: Approximately 1.75 kg
Pickup & Postage Details:
• Available for local pickup in Thornleigh (NSW 2120).
• Happy to post anywhere worldwide at buyer's expense (securely packed to protect the cast iron).