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Rare Small Cast Iron " House" Money Box 19thc
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Rare Small Cast Iron " House" Money Box 19thc

19th century
Sold 14 June 2026 · Mike Melody Antiques
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Description

A great small 19thc cast iron money box in the firm of a house.

It measures 9cms h and dates around 1880 and in our opinion is american.

It looks like a typical american house

No damage ,but obviously playworn with paint losses

No maker s mark that we can see.

A little gem and as always offered at our normal realistic price

UK postage included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Money Box to the 1880s.

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Description
A great small 19thc cast iron money box in the firm of a house.

It measures 9cms h and dates around 1880 and in our opinion is american.

It looks like a typical american house

No damage ,but obviously playworn with paint losses

fig 1. A small antique cast iron money box modelled as a house with a central chimney and textured roof tiles.
fig 1. Rare Small Cast Iron " House" Money Box 19thc

No maker s mark that we can see.

A little gem and as always offered at our normal realistic price

UK postage included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Money Box to the 1880s.

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SA1204426
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Mike Melody Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Mike Melody Antiques

Mike Melody Antiques
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Cheshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/melodyantiques
Verified Since Jan 2013
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A small antique cast iron money box modelled as a house with a central chimney and textured roof tiles.
RARE SMALL CAST IRON " HOUSE" MONEY BOX 19THC
Ref: SA1204426
A small antique cast iron money box modelled as a house with a central chimney and textured roof tiles.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsArchitectural facade, Textured shingle roof, Central chimney

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Cast iron money boxes, often shaped like buildings or figures, gained popularity in the 19th century as a way to encourage thrift among children and as novelty promotional items for banks.

These pieces were produced using sand casting methods, where molten iron was poured into moulds, then frequently hand-painted with oil-based pigments that developed a distinct craquelure over time.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit heavy weight, casting seams, flathead screw fasteners on older models, and natural wear to the painted surface rather than modern artificial distressing.

Place the piece on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk to add industrial character and historical texture to a curated display.

Keep the item in a dry environment to prevent rust, dust gently with a soft brush, and avoid using liquid cleaners or polishing compounds that might damage the original painted finish.
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