Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
9.10 (w) x 12.10 (h) x 1.00 (d)
Pages
256
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication Date
June 2001
ISBN
9780764312809
Book ISBN 10
0764312804
About Book
Cast metal coin banks have helped millions of people save money. They were often premiums given away by companies and banking institutions when a new account was opened. Over 1,000 color photos show the diversity of Banthrico coin banks, made in Chicago from 1931 until 1985. They resemble famous people, animals, trophies, vehicles, architecture, and more. For todays collector, there is information about the company, materials, 900 styles, advertising, sizes, and rarity. An index will help you find your favorites. Bankers, antique dealers, and toy and bank enthusiasts finally have a reliable reference to this fast-growing area of bank collecting.