Group of Five Vintage Advertising Banks

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number62
AuctionDonald Melville Estate 3: Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles
DateAugust 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseDust Factory Auctions LLC
LocationBaraboo, Wisconsin

A collection of five vintage advertising and still banks, primarily from Wisconsin financial institutions, dating to the mid-20th century. The lot includes a Harris Trust and Savings Bank cast metal lion, a Farmers & Merchants Bank (Berlin, WI) wood barrel, a Manitowoc Savings Bank (Manitowoc, WI) safe-form bank, and a Commercial & Exchange Bank (Waupun, WI) Liberty Bell-form bank. A cast metal bust bank of General Douglas MacArthur is also included in the group.<br><br>Advertising Bank Still Bank Harris Bank Hubert Lion MacArthur Barrel Bank Safe Bell Bank Wisconsin<br><br>Dust Factory Auctions offers antique and vintage items that proudly display the natural signs of their age and previous use. We strive to photograph all lots clearly to show the true nature of the items (as images are critical to the description), but please understand we may occasionally miss flaws. For this reason, all items are sold "as-is"; we provide no guarantee or warranties concerning their condition, authenticity, or age. We strongly encourage you to review all photos closely and do your own independent research, as your bid signifies acceptance of these terms.

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