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Small Postmodern Piggy Penny Bank by Ambrogio Pozzi & Sieger Design
Small Postmodern Piggy Penny Bank by Ambrogio Pozzi & Sieger Design

Small Postmodern Piggy Penny Bank by Ambrogio Pozzi & Sieger Design

By Ambrogio Pozzi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Small Postmodern Piggy Penny Bank by Ambrogio Pozzi & Sieger Design for Ritzenhoff, in Very Good conditions.

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20th Century Post-Modern Vintage Penny Banks

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Ceramic

Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani, 1980s
Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani, 1980s

Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani, 1980s

By Luigi Colani

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani for Höchst, 1980s, in Very Good conditions.

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20th Century German Post-Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Modern Piggy Penny Bank Figurine by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Piggy Penny Bank Figurine by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Piggy Penny Bank Figurine by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

By Bitossi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Piggy Penny Bank Figurine by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Ceramic

"Cat Boat" Mechanical Toy Penny Bank, American, circa 1968
"Cat Boat" Mechanical Toy Penny Bank, American, circa 1968

"Cat Boat" Mechanical Toy Penny Bank, American, circa 1968

By Utexiqual Products

Located in Incline Village, NV

In near mint and all original condition this vintage mechanical bank appeals to both sailing enthusiasts and bank collectors; perhaps a collector of "cat" memorabelia as well. The th...

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1960s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Aluminum, Iron, Tin

Original Painted Iron Pig bank
Original Painted Iron Pig bank

Original Painted Iron Pig bank

$476Sale Price|20% Off

Original Painted Iron Pig bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20Thc Original painted pig penny bank.

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20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Early 20Thc Original Painted Iron Dog "Nipper"
Early 20Thc Original Painted Iron Dog "Nipper"

Early 20Thc Original Painted Iron Dog "Nipper"

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20Thc original painted dog bank in fine condition.This penny bank is in fine condition.This is the Victrola dog named Nipper!

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20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

"Lamb" Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1970
"Lamb" Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1970

"Lamb" Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1970

By John Wright Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

Made in U.S.A; it is documented in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book" as 'Lamb Painted" #600. Dimensions: 3 1/4" high x 5 1/2" long.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940
Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940

Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940

Located in Incline Village, NV

It is listed in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book" at #149 on page 70. Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the a...

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1940s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

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Composition

"Cat With A Bow Seated" Still Bank, American, circa 1970
"Cat With A Bow Seated" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

"Cat With A Bow Seated" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

By John Wright Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

It is documented in Andy Moore's concise book on still banks called "The Penny Bank Book", listed as item number 365.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Vintage "Clown" Silver Plated Still Bank. Lunt Silver Co. Massachusetts Ca. 1965
Vintage "Clown" Silver Plated Still Bank. Lunt Silver Co. Massachusetts Ca. 1965

Vintage "Clown" Silver Plated Still Bank. Lunt Silver Co. Massachusetts Ca. 1965

By Lunt Silver

Located in Incline Village, NV

Produced by the "Lunt Silversmiths" Company of Greenfield, Massachusetts (marked on the underneath accordingly) this little penny bank would make a wonderful addition to collectors ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

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Silver Plate

(Ten) Assorted Metal Still Coin Banks; Circa 1950's-'70's
(Ten) Assorted Metal Still Coin Banks; Circa 1950's-'70's

(Ten) Assorted Metal Still Coin Banks; Circa 1950's-'70's

Located in Incline Village, NV

Measures 5" high x 5:" deep x 3 1/4" wide Referenced #1602 "The Penny Bank Book" by Andy Moore (published 1984) 8) "Steamboat Paddle Wheeler" By Banthrico Company this beautifull...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

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Metal

54" Tall Maritime Nautical Wood Peg Leg Seaman Bank Figure "Please Give a Penny"
54" Tall Maritime Nautical Wood Peg Leg Seaman Bank Figure "Please Give a Penny"

54" Tall Maritime Nautical Wood Peg Leg Seaman Bank Figure "Please Give a Penny"

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large Vintage 54" Tall Carved Wood "Seamans Homes" Maritime Nautical "Peg Leg" Seaman Bank Figure, "Please Give a Penny". Item features a large impressive size, solid wood constructi...

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Late 20th Century Other Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Wood

"Air Mail" Coin Bank, Rare, World War II-Era Metal Bank, British Art Deco
"Air Mail" Coin Bank, Rare, World War II-Era Metal Bank, British Art Deco

"Air Mail" Coin Bank, Rare, World War II-Era Metal Bank, British Art Deco

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This extremely rare example of World War II-era Art Deco/Moderne design, produced by the Chad Valley Company in England, served as a coin bank, with a slot on one side to accept coin...

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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Penny Banks

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Metal

Mechanical Bank "Fishing Bears" Battery Operated with Original Box, circa 1950s
Mechanical Bank "Fishing Bears" Battery Operated with Original Box, circa 1950s

Mechanical Bank "Fishing Bears" Battery Operated with Original Box, circa 1950s

Located in Incline Village, NV

At the conclusion of the action, the penny automatically drops into the bank (Please see the 40 second video of the action which accompanies the listing).

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1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Tin

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Baseball Player on Base Still Bank, American, circa 1969
Baseball Player on Base Still Bank, American, circa 1969

Baseball Player on Base Still Bank, American, circa 1969

By Banthrico Inc.

Located in Incline Village, NV

It is in perfect condition and is all original; including the coin trap at the base and the original box in which it was packed and shipped. The bank is noted as #22 page 65 in "Th...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Zinc

"Santa and Reindeer" Still Bank, American, circa 1980s
"Santa and Reindeer" Still Bank, American, circa 1980s

"Santa and Reindeer" Still Bank, American, circa 1980s

By Charles C. Reynolds

Located in Incline Village, NV

They specialized in the manufacture of well made cast metal penny banks. You will not see them all over the place as only a limited number of examples were produced (less than 100---...

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1980s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Antique Sailor Penny Bank from Seamen's Bank
Antique Sailor Penny Bank from Seamen's Bank

Antique Sailor Penny Bank from Seamen's Bank

Located in Norwell, MA

A sailor with duffel bag over his shoulder. Coin bank with stopper marked Seamens Bank for Savings. Dated 1960. Weight: 1 lb. Overall Dimensions: 5"H x 5"W 3"D Made: Porcelain Mater...

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1960s North American Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Porcelain

Wooden Fish Penny Bank by Carl Auböck
Wooden Fish Penny Bank by Carl Auböck

Wooden Fish Penny Bank by Carl Auböck

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H 10 in W 9.5 in D 4 in

Wooden Fish Penny Bank by Carl Auböck

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A wooden savings bank sculpted in the form of a fish designed by Carl Aubock. The black synthetic bristle fins and brass rod mounted form create an illusory swimming movement. The he...

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

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Brass

Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940
Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940

Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940

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H 6.75 in W 4.75 in D 5.5 in

Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940

Located in Incline Village, NV

It is listed in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book" at #149 o0n page 70.

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1940s North American Other Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Composition

Carl Auböck Mid-Century Fish Piggy Bank, Brass, Walnut, Bristle, Austria, 1960s
Carl Auböck Mid-Century Fish Piggy Bank, Brass, Walnut, Bristle, Austria, 1960s

Carl Auböck Mid-Century Fish Piggy Bank, Brass, Walnut, Bristle, Austria, 1960s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

Marked and stamped on the bottom: Auböck Made in Austria. This penny bank is one of our favorite Carl Aubock items.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

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Brass

"Rabbit" Still Bank, American, circa 1970
"Rabbit" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

"Rabbit" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

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H 4.63 in W 1.75 in D 4.38 in

"Rabbit" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

By John Wright Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

It was then called "Large Seated Rabbit" and is documented in Andy Moore's concise book on still banks called "The Penny Bank Book"; listed as item number 570.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Vintage Santa Claus Still Bank, American, circa 1960
Vintage Santa Claus Still Bank, American, circa 1960

Vintage Santa Claus Still Bank, American, circa 1960

By Banthrico Inc.

Located in Incline Village, NV

The bank is documented in two publications; listed as #105 in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book", and also on page 37, #117 in "Coin Banks by Banthrico" written by James Redwine.

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Metal, Lead

"Sleeping Santa" Bank Ca. 1948
"Sleeping Santa" Bank Ca. 1948

"Sleeping Santa" Bank Ca. 1948

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H 7.13 in W 6 in D 6 in

"Sleeping Santa" Bank Ca. 1948

By Banthrico Inc.

Located in Incline Village, NV

(See images). Bank measures 7 1/8" high x 6" wide x 6". Referenced # 121 "Coin Banks by Banthrico" by Jim Redwine Also by "The Penny Bank Book" by Andy Moore, page 68 #106.  

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Tin

"Boxer" Still Bank, American, circa 1970
"Boxer" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

"Boxer" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

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H 4.5 in W 3.88 in D 2 in

"Boxer" Still Bank, American, circa 1970

By John Wright Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

The original is documented in Andy Moore's concise book on still banks called "The Penny Bank Book"; listed as item number 357.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Bicentennial Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1976
Bicentennial Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1976

Bicentennial Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1976

Located in Incline Village, NV

Shaped like a pyramid this cast iron penny bank was made to commemorate the 200 year anniversary of America; thus inscribed at the top (see image) 1776-1976.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

"Santa Riding A Polar Bear" Still Bank, American, circa 1988
"Santa Riding A Polar Bear" Still Bank, American, circa 1988

"Santa Riding A Polar Bear" Still Bank, American, circa 1988

By Reynolds Toys

Located in Incline Village, NV

They specialized in the manufacture of well made cast metal penny banks. You will not see them all over the place as only 75 examples were produced.

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1980s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Aluminum

"Sheep" Still Ban, American, circa 1970
"Sheep" Still Ban, American, circa 1970

"Sheep" Still Ban, American, circa 1970

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H 3.25 in W 2 in D 5.5 in

"Sheep" Still Ban, American, circa 1970

By John Wright Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

Made in U.S.A; it is documented in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book" as 'Lamb Painted" #600. Dimensions: 3 1/4" high x 5 1/2" long.    

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

"Santa in A Race Car" Still Bank American, circa 1987
"Santa in A Race Car" Still Bank American, circa 1987

"Santa in A Race Car" Still Bank American, circa 1987

By Reynolds Toys

Located in Incline Village, NV

They specialized in the manufacture of well made cast iron penny banks. You will not see them all over the place as only 100 examples were produced.

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1980s American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Aluminum

"Penny Pineapple" Mechanical Bank Commemorating Hawaiin Statehood American, 1960
"Penny Pineapple" Mechanical Bank Commemorating Hawaiin Statehood American, 1960

"Penny Pineapple" Mechanical Bank Commemorating Hawaiin Statehood American, 1960

Located in Incline Village, NV

Embossed on the back is the name of the bank "Penny Pineapple, Hawaii". The back of Penny Pineapple replicates a pineapple and the green growth atop the head furthers the theme.

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank 'Fishing Bears', circa 1950s
Mechanical Bank 'Fishing Bears', circa 1950s

Mechanical Bank 'Fishing Bears', circa 1950s

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H 7 in W 7.13 in D 7.13 in

Mechanical Bank 'Fishing Bears', circa 1950s

Located in Incline Village, NV

At the conclusion the penny automatically drops into the bank. Nicely lithographed all around ,this amazing bank was made in Japan in the early 1950's by the "Wonderful Toy Company".

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1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Tin

Carl Auböck Walnut Fish Shaped Penny Bank, Austria, 1950
Carl Auböck Walnut Fish Shaped Penny Bank, Austria, 1950

Carl Auböck Walnut Fish Shaped Penny Bank, Austria, 1950

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Roosendaal, NL

Fantastic penny bank designed by Carl Auböck, Austria, 1950.

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Brass

French Bulldog Moneybox Art Deco
French Bulldog Moneybox Art Deco

French Bulldog Moneybox Art Deco

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H 4.73 in W 1.78 in D 2.37 in

French Bulldog Moneybox Art Deco

Located in Retie, BE

Beautiful bulldog collectable item - collector's item. Antique money bank - piggy bank - penny bank.      

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Metal

Michelin Bibendum Money Box, Limited Edition, Polished Aluminium
Michelin Bibendum Money Box, Limited Edition, Polished Aluminium

Michelin Bibendum Money Box, Limited Edition, Polished Aluminium

Located in Retie, BE

Michelin Bibendum money box, piggy bank, penny bank. This polished Aluminium Bibendum man statue - Bibendum Figurine looks great in any interior.

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Late 20th Century Dutch Modern Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Aluminum

Farmhouse Biscuit Tin, Moneybox , Parein Biscuits, 1940s, Belgium
Farmhouse Biscuit Tin, Moneybox , Parein Biscuits, 1940s, Belgium

Farmhouse Biscuit Tin, Moneybox , Parein Biscuits, 1940s, Belgium

Located in Retie, BE

This tin has the shape of a farmhouse and is also created to be a moneybox tin, piggy bank, penny bank. The key is lost, but can be opened and closed without.

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Country Vintage Penny Banks

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Tin

Jolly N Mechanical Penny Coin Bank
Jolly N Mechanical Penny Coin Bank

Jolly N Mechanical Penny Coin Bank

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H 6 in W 6 in D 6 in

Jolly N Mechanical Penny Coin Bank

By Shepard Hardware Company

Located in Orange, CA

This black Americana coin bank is stamped made in England and is made out of cast iron.

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Mid-20th Century English Vintage Penny Banks

Materials

Iron

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vintage Penny Banks

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Vintage Penny Banks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage penny banks available for sale. Each of these unique vintage penny banks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and tin. Vintage penny banks have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage penny banks made by folk art designers — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage penny banks over the years, but those made by John Wright Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Penny Banks?

Vintage penny banks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $465, while the lowest priced sells for $135 and the highest can go for as much as $15,000.