Bidspirit auction | Clown on Globe - Cast
Clown on Globe - Cast Iron Mechanical Bank - Made by J. & E. Stevens Company. Cromwell, Connecticut - Circa 1880's. Made of Cast Iron. First put the lever up, then twist the globe. Place your coin in the slot and press the lever down, the coin will deposit and the globe and clown will spin round and round. As a second action you can press the lever on the back of the globe, which will cause the clown to do a handstand. Works well. Condition: Overall Excellent Condition. The bank has a beautiful yellow and light blue base. The clowns head and reds of his shirt have been enhanced. Missing the coin trap.