RARE 195Os Dog CAT Mouse MECHANICAL Bank NEW w/ LABEL I always provide superior service and excellent packing Start Price USD 268.00 Current Price USD 268.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, October 27, 2008 End Time Wednesday, November 26, 2008 Location Incredible New Old Stock Japanese Moving Bank See more about 'RARE 195Os Dog CAT Mouse MECHANICAL Bank NEW w/ LABEL' Description The Winged Phoenix presents: An Unbelievably Incredible Find! Makes a Mouse Squeak Sound when you Press the Chimney Down to Fill the Bank! Extremely Rare Sample Piece Hand Painted Wood Complex Mechanical Bank Slot below SAVINGS BANK sign magically opens when you press Chimney Down - and Mouse appears - See Photos Money can be accessed by pulling up the green door on the left  New with Gold and Black Label on Bottom - which says: STANDARD SPECIAL FINEST MADE IN JAPAN Incredibly Wonderful   195Os AMAZING CROSS COLLECTIBLE Skillfully Handpainted Wood VINTAGE BANK with ADORABLE DOG and CAT and MOUSE Look at all the Incredible Details In a recent article, Ralph & Terry Kovel appraised a similar, rare Japanese bank at $85O.  STRIKINGLY COLORFUL HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE JAPANESE MOVING BANK  THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO GET A GREAT TREASURE FROM THE 195Os in BRAND NEW CONDITION Have you heard the term "New Old Stock (NOS)?"  It refers to Old Stock of any item that was never sold or used.  For example, if you were lucky enough to come across a collection of baseball cards (hopefully still in the old wrappers and un-opened), that could be NOS.  Similarly, if a business, shop or warehouse had items purchased years ago but had not sold all of the stock, that would be NOS.  Other New Old stock items are art objects, pottery, pens, watches, toys, or other things - you may have received as a child - but never used or opened.  The real trick is to be lucky enough to find New Old Stock.  In the marketplace, NOS is like the "holy grail" of anything collectible, and is so highly prized that it often commands high prices.  This gem is New Old Stock - it was in safe storage for many decades - recently discovered - never touched nor used - rare and unique   What an astoundingly amazing find! Carefully stored away for about half a century, this very special bank is truly outstanding and RARE. This would look so fantastic displayed alone, or in a small or large grouping. What a perfect and very special gift for someone There is no reserve on this absolutely gorgeous, hand~crafted, gallery~quality, Japanese Bank. It would look marvelous in any venue, displayed with other similar items, or simply displayed alone.  What a wonderful gift this would be for any collector of mid century Vintage Mechanical Banks!  It is in original new condition.  Any natural slight imperfections are entirely original to the piece.  Sale is final.  It is 4 1/2" high and 4 5/8" across  This amazing, versatile bank has tremendous character and whimsy. California residents must pay sales tax. I do not take paypal Insurance is Required. Winner must respond to e-mail within 3 days and payment must be received within 7 days of end of auction. ____________________________________________________________________ SELLERS PLEASE NOTE: Copying any part of this listing & using it in yours is PLAGIARISM and against ebay rules and The Digital Millenium Copyright Act: "eBay Guideline: No Copying Allowed! Contrary to popular belief, the fact that material is posted on the world wide web does not mean it is in the "public domain" or otherwise free to be taken, copied or used by others. Copying, modifying and possibly linking to content created by others could expose you to legal liability." >^..^< I offer you the highest quality, most carefully chosen, unique works of art ~ plus comprehensive personal service. Today I am exceedingly proud to present this amazingly rare bank to you. Copyright 2008 The Winged Phoenix  .    On Oct-28-08 at 12:00:12 PDT, seller added the following information:     Place a Bid!