Description of Bank This is a cute white piggy bank with a raised three-leaf clover on its forehead and three raised clovers on each side. Its cheeks are blushing and a sticker on the bottom has the number 00111. Similar images online claim that it’s a vintage ceramic, hand painted piggy bank by Lefton. However,… Continue reading Three Leaf Clover Piggy Bank
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Relpo Planter/Bank
Description of Bank This is an adorable mid-century (1950s) piggy bank-planter with it’s original plug under the pig’s chin. The head of the pig is the bank, and the body is the planter. There is a bow around its neck and raised pink, blue and white flowers on its side and forehead. There is a maker’s… Continue reading Relpo Planter/Bank
Norcrest with Raised Roses Piggy Bank
Description of Bank Cute and beautifully decorated, this ceramic piggy bank has raised pink flowers on head and body. Likely produced in the late 1950s. Foil label says “Reg US Pat Off Norcrest Crafted in Japan” Approx. 6” L, 4.75” H, 3.5” W History of Manufacturer History of Norcrest China Company Have Information? I could… Continue reading Norcrest with Raised Roses Piggy Bank
ARDCO FINE QUALITY DALLAS FLORAL PIGGY BANK
Description of Bank Porcelain piggy bank with gorgeous floral design, textured cheek folds, and gold trim. Foil sticker on bottom reads “ARDCO Fine Quality Dallas Made in Japan.” Approx. 6.5” L, 3.75” H, 3” W History of Manufacturer Exploring Ardco Porcelain from Japan: A Collectors’ Guide Have Information? It was difficult finding this piggy bank… Continue reading ARDCO FINE QUALITY DALLAS FLORAL PIGGY BANK
OTAGIRI BLACK & WHITE PIGGY BANK
Description of Bank Hand-painted ceramic black and white piggy bank with glossy finish. Detailed coloring and texture made to resemble the pig’s bristles. Foil sticker on bottom reads “Hand Crafted © Otagiri Japan.” Approx. 6.5” L x 3.75” H History of Manufacturer Click here for a brief history of Otagiri layed out at Reference.com. Have… Continue reading OTAGIRI BLACK & WHITE PIGGY BANK