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The First National Bank Herminie PA Vintage W. & A. R. R. Train Bank RareGeneral Locomotive Banthrico Metal Coin BankDimensions: 11"in. (L) x 2.5"in. (W) x Varied Height: Container Car is shy of 2.5"in, and Train Engine is 3.25"in. (H) at the smoke stack.
Whole Bank itself weighs: 2 lbs, 1.1 ounces.
CONDITION: Bottom lid to coin entryway underneath is coated in rust but is functional and looks great otherwise. No other major wear to note. The container car has a very small webbing of rust on the coin lid entrance, and that is its only flaw. Otherwise also looks to be in great condition from the outer Train Engine: 1st The First National Bank of Herminie - Herminie, PAUnderneath Container Car: inner lid is punched in with "BANTHRICO INC. CHICAGO U.S.A.
VintageRare Estate Find
Trivia: Banthrico Banks were typically made of "white metal" composed of 95% Zinc and 5% Aluminum. Banthrico is a short form of the Banker's Thrift Association who originally manufactured the coin banks.
