Uncle Sam Bank Appraisal

Uncle Sam Saving Bank Box

This item is an original cardboard box for an 'Uncle Sam Saving Bank'. The box features a vibrant, patriotic design with 'UNCLE SAM SAVING BANK' printed prominently in blue letters against a background of red and white stripes and a border of red stars on a beige or light yellow field. The main graphic on the box depicts a figure of Uncle Sam, rendered in an illustrative style, standing on a rectangular base. Uncle Sam is shown wearing his iconic top hat, adorned with a gold star band, a white beard, a dark blue jacket with white stars, and red and white striped pants. He holds a black disc in his right hand and a cane in his left. Next to him on the base is a small red bag, possibly a carpetbag, with the word 'Thrift' barely visible. The base itself is red with a blue top and features a golden eagle emblem on its front. The overall color scheme is red, white, blue, and gold, reflecting American iconography. The box appears to be in good vintage condition with some expected wear around the edges and corners, suggesting it's an older piece. There are no major tears or significant creasing visible, indicating it has been stored with care. The materials are likely cardboard or paperboard, consistent with packaging from its estimated period. The art style suggests a mid-20th century production. The bottom edge of the box shows some text, which is partially obscured but seems to include manufacturing details, possibly a model number or copyright information. It is essentially a display box for a mechanical bank, meant to retail the item. The craftsmanship of the box printing is typical for its era, with bright colors and clear lines.