Art Deco Money Box Piggy Bank in Silver 830 by Jacob Grimminger, Germany, 1930s

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German silver money box or piggy bank manufactured during first quarter of 20th century / made circa 1930 excellently made … Read more German silver money box or piggy bank manufactured during first quarter of 20th century / made circa 1930 excellently made art deco money box (piggy bank) shaped as lidded round box having padlock which has to be closed by key (original key en miniature existing!). The lock is working well / the hinged lid closes properly. The coin slot is attached to lid having smooth surface like the outer wall of box has, too. Period of first quarter of 20th century / made circa 1930 silver 830 branded by german official silver mark (used as from year 1888): crescent with crown master’s mark existing: jacob grimminger / schwaebisch-gmuend, germany ( the letter g enclosed by a star). The firm grimminger was founded in 1893 and by the thirties of 20th century it had a fine reputation as producer of modern silver. Measures: height 5.0 cm (1.96 inches) diameter 7.5 cm (2.95 inches) silver weight: 81 grams/ 2.85 oz (uk) / 2.60 troy ounces condition: excellent (there aren't any damages existing). This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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