{"product_id":"j-e-stevens-chief-big-moon-cast-iron-mechanical-bank-frog-pond-bailey-1899","title":"J E Stevens Chief Big Moon Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Frog Pond Bailey 1899","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eThis charming and highly collectible \u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"555\"\u003ecast iron mechanical bank\u003c\/strong\u003e is the celebrated \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"594\"\u003e“Chief Big Moon”\u003c\/strong\u003e bank, designed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eCharles A. Bailey\u003c\/strong\u003e and manufactured by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eJ. \u0026amp; E. Stevens Company of Cromwell, Connecticut\u003c\/strong\u003e, circa \u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e1899\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"754\"\u003e“U.S.A. 1898”\u003c\/strong\u003e on the base, this bank is a classic example of Stevens’ imaginative late-19th-century mechanical designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eThe scene features Chief Big Moon seated beside a pond, holding a fish, while a frog waits nearby. To operate the bank, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003ecoin is placed into the slot at the front edge of the pond\u003c\/strong\u003e. When the lever is pressed, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003efrog springs forward toward the fish\u003c\/strong\u003e, depositing the coin into the bank in a lively and engaging action that remains one of the most whimsical Stevens mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eThis example is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eworking condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The frog action functions properly; however, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eone of the guide slots for the pin beneath the pond area is broken\u003c\/strong\u003e, causing the pin to move slightly forward. As a result, the mechanism \u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eworks reliably but occasionally requires the frog\/pond assembly to be lined up correctly before activation\u003c\/strong\u003e. This condition is fully disclosed and typical of cast iron banks that have survived more than a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eFinished in original hand-painted colors—green base, red and green side decoration, blue pond, and yellow teepee—this bank measures approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e10 inches long x 4 inches wide x 5.5 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering excellent shelf presence and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e⭐ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eAuthentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eJ. \u0026amp; E. Stevens Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e cast iron mechanical bank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eTitled \u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eChief Big Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eCharles A. Bailey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eStamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eU.S.A. 1898\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced circa \u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003e1899\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eFrog-and-pond mechanical action with coin slot at pond front\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eFrog springs forward toward fish to deposit coin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eOriginal hand-painted finish with strong surviving color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eWorking mechanism with noted alignment sensitivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eApproximate dimensions: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e10” L x 4” W x 5.5” H\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eGood\u003c\/strong\u003e – Original paint with wear, chips, and patina consistent with age and use. Mechanism operates, though one guide slot beneath the pond is broken, requiring occasional alignment for proper action. No major cracks or structural repairs observed. Honest wear enhances its antique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"192\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1650\" data-start=\"1627\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1653\" data-start=\"1650\"\u003e✨ FREE Shipping Included! 📦\u003cbr data-end=\"1684\" data-start=\"1681\"\u003eAll items are carefully packed for safe arrival. Orders ship within 1–3 business days via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, with full tracking provided. Larger or fragile items may require additional handling time, but we always ensure secure, reliable delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoy Auction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47335929544939,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/6115\/8050\/files\/IndianandFrog-1.jpg?v=1768310943","url":"https:\/\/crazefurniture.com\/products\/j-e-stevens-chief-big-moon-cast-iron-mechanical-bank-frog-pond-bailey-1899","provider":"Craze Furniture and Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}