Vintage Cast Iron Holstein Cow Piggy Bank, 10.5"

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This vintage cast iron Holstein cow piggy bank reflects mid-century American agricultural design, produced in heavy two-part cast iron with … Read more This vintage cast iron Holstein cow piggy bank reflects mid-century American agricultural design, produced in heavy two-part cast iron with hand-applied black and white paint. The form follows traditional farmyard models sold as practical savings banks and decorative livestock figures for rural households.

The sculptural weight and full anatomical profile align with utilitarian cast-metal production of the period, while the underside slot and screw-fastened construction indicate its function as a working bank. The piece presents the classic Holstein pattern, a breed iconically tied to American dairy farming and collectible farm figurines.

Measures: 6"H x 10.5"W x 4"D

Weight: 6.4 lb

Origin: United States

Age: Mid 20th Century See less