MOODY & SANKY “HOLD THE FORT” STILL BANK.

An interesting bank manufactured by Smith & Egge. The base upon which it sits is similar in nature to the large Crown bank manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Perhaps of note is the gentlemen pictured within where actually religious revivalists during the 1870s & 1880s. One begins to wonder is perhaps the manufacturer of this bank had similar religious beliefs, and thus, that was his purpose of producing a bank of this nature. Comparing this bank to the Stevens Crown bank, the similarities are quite evident and perhaps they used the Stevens model to create this particular bank. A “picture frame” on the front held the pictures of Moody & Sanky with a note underneath either saying “Hold the Fort” or “90 and 9” (purported to be one of Sanky’s favorite hymns). A rare bank in very fine original condition. The pictures visible on front are possible copies/replacements(?). “Hold the Fort” paper label appears to be original. SIZE: Approx 5″ t. PROVENANCE: The Estate of Carol and Jerry Soling. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Slightly heavier chipping to top of red roof. 1-14645 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1025

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll Auction - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1025	$5,925.00	MOODY & SANKY “HOLD THE FORT” STILL BANK. An interesting bank manufactured by Smith & Egge. The base upon which it sits is similar in nature to the large Crown bank manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Perhaps of note is the gentlemen pictured within where actually religious revivalists during the 1870s & 1880s. One begins to wonder is perhaps the manufacturer of this bank had similar religious beliefs, and thus, that was his purpose of producing a bank of this nature. Comparing this bank to the Stevens Crown bank, the similarities are quite evident and perhaps they used the Stevens model to create this particular bank. A “picture frame” on the front held the pictures of Moody & Sanky with a note underneath either saying “Hold the Fort” or “90 and 9” (purported to be one of Sanky’s favorite hymns). A rare bank in very fine original condition. The pictures visible on front are possible copies/replacements(?). “Hold the Fort” paper label appears to be original. SIZE: Approx 5″ t. PROVENANCE: The Estate of Carol and Jerry Soling. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Slightly heavier chipping to top of red roof. 1-14645 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1025 Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll Auction - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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MOODY & SANKY “HOLD THE FORT” STILL BANK.