JOLLY N CAST IRON MECHANICAL BANK, SHEPARD HARDWARE,Bottom marked:"Made by Shepard Hardware Co,, Buffalo N.Y"; back marked "Jolly Nigger Bank/Pat. Mar 14 '82". Coin is placed in figure's hand while lever is pressed on the back to raise figure's arm; coin is swallowed, eyes roll back and tongue retracts. Red jacket and black tie. - Working condition. Estimate $200-400
PROVENANCE: Estate of Alice Ingersoll Nagle, Chevy Chase, MD
