This is a vintage mechanical \"secret\" tabletop coin bank, shaped like a stylized shell, bullet, or dome. In the USSR, such items served a dual purpose: utilitarian (saving coins) and decorative (adorning a desk as a paperweight or office souvenir).• Country and location: USSR, Ukrainian SSR, Kyiv. Such small-batch souvenir items were often produced by Kyiv instrument-making or mechanical plants—or industrial cooperative enterprises—as consumer goods in limited quantities.• Exact date: 1964, evidenced by the original hand-engraved inscription on the body in russian: \"To Masha from Nikolai on March 8th. Kyiv – 1964.\"• Materials: The dome is made of stamped alloy (likely brass or steel) with a mirror-like nickel or chrome finish. The shaped baluster-style stem and stepped square base are made of molded carbolite (an early Soviet form of Bakelite) or a similar Bakelite-type plastic.
Height: 8 inches (20.5 cm)Weight: 370 grams
SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION:
Worldwide Shipping: I ship globally from Ukraine via Registered Airmail (Ukrposhta). Tracking Provided: All packages are dispatched with a valid international tracking number. You will be able to track your item from the moment it is posted until it arrives at your door. Estimated Delivery Times:USA & Canada: 2–4 weeks (typically around 14–21 days)Europe & UK: 2–3 weeksAsia, Australia & Rest of the World: 3–5 weeks Please note that these are estimated timeframes. Occasional customs or logistics delays may occur, but I monitor every shipment.
PACKAGING & HANDLING:
Vintage Care: As a collector/seller of vintage items, I understand the importance of condition. This item will be packed with extra care using professional protective materials (bubble wrap, sturdy cardboard, and waterproof packaging) to ensure it arrives in the exact condition shown in the photos. Handling Time: Your order will be carefully packed and shipped within 1–3 business days after cleared payment.
COMBINED SHIPPING:
Save on Shipping: If you are interested in multiple items from my store, I am happy to offer combined shipping to save you money. How it works: Please add items to your cart and request a total, or buy them and wait for a revised invoice before paying. If you overpay for shipping, I will automatically refund the difference.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS – PLEASE NOTE:
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer\'s responsibility. Please check with your country\'s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to offerding or buying.
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