The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
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Lot 305 Octagonal Fort Bank<br />
Unknown Manufacturer U. S. A. – Circa 1870’s<br />
Many collectors have conjectured that the “Octagonal Fort” bank takes its inspiration from the<br />
renowned battle at Fort Sumter in Charlestown, South Carolina. This particular example uses a<br />
great variation in the base color. Truly great condition for an Octagonal Fort.<br />
Material: Cast Iron Provenance: Rick Goldstein <strong>Collection</strong><br />
Condition: Pristine Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000<br />
Lot 306 Organ Bank, Boy and Girl<br />
Manufactured by Kyser & Rex Company Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Circa 1882<br />
Wow!!! This bank is in positively amazing condition. <strong>The</strong> monkey doffs his hat in thanks for the<br />
penny you have given him. <strong>The</strong> children rotate and the bells chime when the crank is turned.<br />
Material: Cast Iron Provenance: Larry Feld <strong>Collection</strong><br />
Condition: Mint,Mint,Mint!! Probably the best known example Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000<br />
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