J & E Stevens painted cast ironJ & E Stevens painted cast iron mechanical bank ''Always Did'Spis A Mule'' dated 1897; animated mechanical bank featuring mule and black boy marked underneath ''Patd apr.27 1897 '' 9 1/2 in. L. Estimate $ 700-1 000 Paint loss wear mechanical element in good working condition.
BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK,BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK, "I ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE", C. 1897, CAST IRON, DESIGNED BY JAMES BOWEN FOR J & E STEVENS CO., A..BLACK AMERICANA: Mechanical bank, "I Always Did 'Spise a Mule", c. 1897, cast iron, designed by James Bowen for J & E Stevens Co., automation of horse kicking seated figure, working condition, original polychrome paint, missing trap cover, some paint loss, 10" l.
"Spise A Mule" Mechanical Bank"Spise A Mule" Mechanical Bank American, late 19th century, kicking donkey with seated black man, original painted surface, marked "Always Did 'Spise A Mule" and base marked "Patd Apr 27 1897", attributed to J + E Stevens Co., 6-5/8 x 10-3/4 in. extended; with original instruction sheet,
J.E. STEVENS CO. MECHANICAL COINJ.E. STEVENS CO. MECHANICAL COIN BANK "ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE", AMERICAN C. 1878, CAST IRON, WITH DEPICTION OF A BLACK JOCKEY BEING THROWN FROM HIS MULE AND PUTTING A COIN INTO THE GROUND SLOT WHEN ACTIVATED, WEAR CO...J.E. Stevens Co. Mechanical coin bank "Always Did Spise a Mule", American c. 1878, cast iron, with depiction of a black jockey being thrown from his mule and putting a coin into the ground slot when activated, wear consistent with age and use, not-guaranteed working condition, 8 1/4" h. x 10 1/4" l.
ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE MECHANICALALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK (BENCH) Orange shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowne patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. (VG Cond.)
Cast iron Always Did 'Spise A MuleCast iron Always Did 'Spise A Mule mechanical bank. ?
CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK, "ALWAYSCAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK, "ALWAYS DID'SPISE A MULCAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK, "Always Did'Spise A Mule" The black memorabilia bank having a mule that spins and kicks over a seated boy with a stick, length 10", patented April 22, 1879.
J. & E. STEVENS COMPANY ALWAYSJ. & E. STEVENS COMPANY ALWAYS DID SPIES A MULE MECHANICAL BANK circa 1879. cast iron.
BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK,BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK, "I ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE (JOCKEY)", C. 1895, CAST IRON, AMERICAN, J & E STEVENS CO., CONNECTICU..BLACK AMERICANA: Mechanical bank, "I Always Did 'Spise a Mule (Jockey)", c. 1895, cast iron, American, J & E Stevens Co., Connecticut, automation of mule with rider over top, polychrome paint, working condition, possible repaint, wear consistent with age and use, 10 1/4" l.
BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK,BLACK AMERICANA: MECHANICAL BANK, "I ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE", C. 1897, CAST IRON, DESIGNED BY JAMES BOWEN FOR J & E STEVENS CO., O...BLACK AMERICANA: Mechanical bank, "I Always Did ''Spise a Mule", c. 1897, cast iron, designed by James Bowen for J & E Stevens Co., original paint, automation of horse kicking seated figure, needs adjustments/ horse does not latch into standing position, missing trap cover, some paint loss, 10" l.
I ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE - JOCKEYI ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE - JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/22/1879. The mule and rider being brought into position a slight touch on a knob at the base causes the mule to kick and throw the rider over his head when the coin is thrown from the rider's mouth into the receptacle below. (VG Cond.)
MECHANICAL CAST IRON BANK, ñIMECHANICAL CAST IRON BANK, ñI ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULEî...Mechanical Cast Iron Bank. ñI Always Did ïSpise A Mule.î American, late nineteenth century (underside reading ñPatd. Apr 27, 1897î). Non-working mechanism causes donkey to swing around and kick the boy. Base probably repainted, otherwise very good. 9 _ x 6 x 2î.
I ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE JOCKEYI ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/22/1879. The mule and rider being brought into position a slight touch on a knob at the base causes the mule to kick and throw the rider over his head when the coin is thrown from the rider's mouth into the receptacle below. Repainted.
Cast Iron Always Did Spise A MuleCast Iron Always Did Spise A Mule Mechanical Bank
Description Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Jockey over variation. Working.
Condition (Very Good). Size 10" L.
Mechanical bank ''ALWAYS DID 'SPISEMechanical bank ''ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE'' American late 19th century kicking donkey with seated black man with whip original painted surface base marked ''Patd Apr 27 1897'' attributed to J&E Stevens Co. functional mechanics heavy surface wear paint loss 6 1/4'' h.
An American Cast Iron Mule MechanicalAn American Cast Iron Mule Mechanical Bank J & E Stevens Co. depicting a boy seated on a bench holding a crop and facing a mule underside stamped PATD APR 27 1897 and base is marked Always Did 'Spise a Mule. Height 6 x width 9 1/2 x depth 3 inches.
I ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE BENCHI ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE BENCH MECHANICAL BANK Orange shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. Rear legs replaced some repaint in few areas otherwise (Exc. Cond.)
19TH C. J.E. STEVENS ALWAYS DID19TH C. J.E. STEVENS ALWAYS DID SPIES A MULE BANK. An antique mechanical bank in original paint by J.E. Stevens, titled on bank ’Always Did Spies a Mule’, 8”H x 10”W x 2.5”D.
SPISE A MULE CAST IRON BANK"I AlwaysSPISE A MULE CAST IRON BANK"I Always Did 'Spise a Mule" Black Americana cast iron mechanical bank, late 19th c. by J. & E. Stevens Company. Bank depicting a jockey on bucking horse, a coin placed in the man's mouth goes into the till when a button is pressed that causes the horse or mule to kick, 8" high, 10" x 2 3/4". Mechanical action works, paint loss present. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
I ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE-BENCHI ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE-BENCH MECHANICAL BANK Red base yellow shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowne patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. Repaired legs and repainted boy.
I ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE JOCKEYI ALWAYS DID SPISE A MULE JOCKEY MECHANICAL BANK J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/22/1879. The mule and rider being brought into position a slight touch on a knob at the base causes the mule to kick and throw the rider over his head when the coin is thrown from the rider's mouth into the receptacle below. (Exc. Cond.)
Cast Iron Always Did Spise A MuleCast Iron Always Did Spise A Mule Mechanical Bank
Description Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Working. Nice highlights on base. Needs cleaning.
Condition (Excellent Plus). Size 10" L.
MULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANKMuleMULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANKMule Entering Barn Mechanical Bank. Connecticut: J. & E. Stevens and Co., 1880. Cast iron mechanical bank, mule kicks his back legs when released and a dog comes out of his kennel. Painted with teal, red, and yellow paints. 8 _ x 3 _ x 6î. Paint worn and chipped, many areas oxidized. Good.
JE STEVENS ALWAYS DID SPIES A MULEJE STEVENS ALWAYS DID SPIES A MULE BANK, ORIG PAINT. 19th C. J.E. Stevens mechanical bank in original paint, “Always Did ‘Spies A Mule”, 6.75”H, mule in kicking position x 10”W x 2.5”D.
SPISE A MULE BENCH MECHANICAL BANKSPISE A MULE BENCH MECHANICAL BANK Orange shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. Very strong colors (Exc. Cond.)
a/ SPISE A MULE BENCH MECHANICALa/ SPISE A MULE BENCH MECHANICAL BANK WITH BOX Orange shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowne patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. (Near Mint Cond.)
J. & E. STEVENS ALWAYS DID 'SPISEJ. & E. STEVENS ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULE BANKJ. & E. Stevens cast iron Always did 'spise a mule cast iron mechanical bank, jockey over version, 10" w.
Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Condition:
Lacking base cover, lacking visor on cap, sporadic paint loss.
THREE CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANKSTHREE CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANKS LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURYTHREE CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANKS, Late 19th/Early 20th Century, 1) "Always Did 'Spise a Mule" bank. Rider is thrown when coins are deposited. Impressed with patent date "Apr 22 1875". Retains original coin plate. Height 7.75". Length 10.25". 2) William Tell bank. William Tell shoots an apple off a boy's head when coins are deposited. Marked with patent date of June 23, 1896. Height 6.75". Length 10.5". 3) Owl bank. Owl's head swivels when coins are deposited. Marked with patent number 232628. Height 7.5".
MECHANICAL BANK: MULE ENTERINGMECHANICAL BANK: MULE ENTERING BARN, 1880Antique dated 1880 J.E. Stevens "Mule Entering Bank" cast iron bank. As mule or donkey kicks in the coin, a dog runs out from under the house. Measures 8-1/2" wide. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK (BENCH)SPISE A MULE MECHANICAL BANK (BENCH) Orange shirt J & E Stevens Co. designed by James H. Bowen patented 4/27/1897. When the mule and boy are brought into position a slight touch on the knob at the base causes the mule to turn around and kick the boy over throwing the coin from the bench into the receptacle below. Replaced legs and rear pin (VG Cond.)
POLYCHROME PAINTED IRON "… ALWAYSPOLYCHROME PAINTED IRON "… ALWAYS DID 'SPISE A MULca. April 22, 1879 patented; J&E Stevens manufactured bucking mule design mechanical bank, black jockey riding on back of mule that when activated bucks rider and drops coin into slot, retains original paints, 10 1/4"x 2 3/4"x 8 1/4"; Condition: coin cover is late replacement, 70-80% original surface
TWO CAST IRON BANKS. AmericanTWO CAST IRON BANKS. American late 19th century. Mechanical Always did 'Spise a Mule. Polychrome 90% figure is loose. 6 3/4''h. 10''l. And still ''Bank''. Brown japanning with gilt at 75%. Pin missing. 5 1/2''h.
AMERICAN CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANKAMERICAN CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK Mule and stable tableau, late 19th century (patent date August 3, 1880); 5 in. H., 8 1/2 in. L.
MULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANKMULE ENTERING BARN MECHANICAL BANK Grey color J & E Stevens Co. designed by Edward L. Morris patented 1/6/1880. Touch the knob at the feet of the donkey and the coin is thrown through the window in the gable of the barn; at the same time the dog springs from his kennel. Replaced tail otherwise (Exc. Cond.)
MULE ENTERTING BARN MECHANICALMULE ENTERTING BARN MECHANICAL BANK (GREY) J & E Stevens Co. designed by Edward L. Morris patented 1/6/1880. Touch the knob at the feet of the donkey and the coin is thrown through the window in the gable of the barn; at the same time the dog springs from his kennel. Tail repainted (Exc. Cond.)
CAST IRON MULE AND BARN MECHANICALCAST IRON MULE AND BARN MECHANICAL BANK Original paint. Patented 1880.