Antique Chief Big Moon Mechanical Bank (1899) – Rare Red & Yellow Base, Original Paint, J. & E. Stevens Co.

 Looking for a rare antique mechanical bank with exceptional originality and investment‑grade appeal? This circa 1899 Chief Big Moon mechanical bank, designed by Charles A. Bailey for the J. & E. Stevens Company, is one of the most collectible cast‑iron banks on the market today.

Key features collectors search for:

• Rare red and yellow base variant

• Approx. 90% original paint

• No touchups, chips, cracks, repairs, or replacements

• Original fish present (commonly missing)

• Classic mechanical action: frog leaps from pond to grab the woman’s fish

• Highly desirable late‑19th‑century American cast iron

As noted by mechanical bank expert Dan Morphy, the red‑base version is valued at twice the standard color model, making this example a standout addition to any serious collection.

Perfect for collectors of antique toys, mechanical banks, cast iron Americana, and 19th‑century decorative objects.