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Lot # K728

Vintage Cast Iron “Mule Kicking Barn” Mechanical Bank, Reproduction View Watchlist >

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Vintage Cast Iron “Mule Kicking Barn” Mechanical Bank, Reproduction

Bring a bit of classic Americana whimsy to your shelf with this vintage reproduction cast-iron “Mule Kicking Barn” mechanical bank—one of the most beloved comic-action bank designs from the late 1800s. Originally created to make saving money fun for children, these banks paired humor with simple engineering. This lively example features the mule poised to deliver its trademark kick, sending the barn door into motion as the coin drops. Bold folk-art–style paint and the Taiwan foundry mark connect it to the mid-20th-century revival of mechanical bank collecting.

Condition
Good condition overall. Fully functional and tested, with minor paint loss and light wear appropriate for a vintage reproduction. No remarkable damage noted.

Dimensions
Overall: 5 1/4" x 8 1/4" x 3 1/4"
Weight: 3 lbs 7.7 oz
Soup can shown for scale.

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