Newbie to Mechanical Piggy Banks

[Gmarch]

I recently came across a Irish Paddy the leprechaun and pig mechanical bank and have no idea if it's a replica or original or has any value to it at all I do know it's very heavy and looks as if someone may have lost the coin hole cover and used another also the Piggy leg does not work

 

[vpnavy]

I noticed this was your very first post - so, Welcome Aboard Gmarch! You didn't list your state (or country) in your profile. So, you might consider jumping over to Sub-Forum: Select Your Area.... and selecting location information (i.e., clubs, hunts, finds, legends, maps, etc.) directly related to your state (or country). You might also consider adding your state (or country) to your displayed profile (SETTINGS -> EDIT PROFILE) - members may have more success helping you (your location may help, etc.)...

 

[Rookster]

Welcome to Tnet from Mississippi.

 

[DCMatt]

Wow. I'm a little surprised at the value if it's an original piece.

Cast Iron Paddy & the Pig Mechanical Bank.

 

[Doubter in MD]

DCMatt, you never cease to amaze me.

 

[digging440yrs]

---picture of a original bottom side

 

[Plug N Play]

LINK 1984-03

 

[A2coins]

I have 2 similar banks worth 20 bucks each

 

[A2coins]

Welcome from MI

 

[Itsmine]

If original, mechanical banks always command pretty high prices. It's not uncommon to lose the "hole cover" on these banks. Your is looking a little rough around the edges. You might want to look to getting it restored. They are heavy, because usually they are made out of cast iron.