Vintage Duro Mold & Manufacturing “The Satellite Bank” mechanical rocket coin bank, dating to approximately 1961.
Made by Duro Mold and Mfg. Inc. of Detroit, Michigan during the early Space Age / U.S. space-race era. This unusual metal bank is designed in the shape of a futuristic rocket sitting on a launch-style base and incorporates a mechanical coin-launching mechanism.
Bottom is embossed/stamped:
DURO MOLD AND MFG. INC.
DETROIT 34 MICH.
PAT. PENDING
USA AND CANADA
THE SATELLITE BANK
Measures approximately 10-1/2 inches tall and approximately 3-1/2 inches across the base.
Condition: Original vintage condition with significant age-related wear. The original metallic finish shows considerable paint/plating loss, oxidation, discoloration, scratches and surface wear. The advertising label around the base is heavily worn with substantial portions missing. Please review all photographs carefully for condition.
Mechanical components appear to be present. Mechanical operation has not been tested and is being sold as-is.
No key is included.
A very interesting example of early-1960s Space Age memorabilia, mechanical banking collectibles and American space-race advertising.
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