Great WWII Vintage Figural Sailor Bank from Seamen's Bank for Savings

ARTIFACT: Great WWII vintage figural sailor bank from Seamen’s Bank for Savings. The figure is a walking sailor carrying his bag over his shoulder and his bag features a slot for coins. The base of the bank is lined with cork and reads: “THE SEAMEN’S BANK FOR SAVINGS” and the reverse of the bank shows: “SBS” imprinted in the ceramic.

VINTAGE: Circa WWII

SIZE: Approximately 5-7/8” x 5-1/2”

CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS: Ceramic, paint, cork, ink

ATTACHMENT: None.

MARKINGS: “SBS”, “THE SEAMEN’S BANK FOR SAVINGS”

ITEM NOTES: This is from an advertising collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBJX15 LABEX SHJX2/16

CONDITION: 8+ (Excellent): The bank shows minor to moderate wear, plug is missing, and much of the cork remains on the base, overall excellent condition.

GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original.