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Up for sale is an authentic, vintage 1940s cast metal Jimmy Durante "Schnozzola" bust coin bank. This iconic piece of mid-century Americana kitsch was manufactured by the famous Abbotwares studio and sculpted by renowned artist Carl Romanelli.
Item Highlights:
• Manufacturer: Abbotwares (Clearly stamped "ABBOTWARES ©" on the bottom rim).
• Sculptor: Designed by Carl Romanelli (Features the crisp, authentic "© Romanelli" signature stamped on the lower back edge).
• Material: Heavy cast pot metal with its original rich, copper/bronze-toned plated finish.
• Design Details: Depicts the legendary comedian in his signature fedora hat and bow tie, with the coin slot cleverly integrated right into his famous large nose.
Condition Details:
This bank is in beautiful vintage condition with fantastic eye appeal. The copper plating has an incredible aged patina with minimal paint loss or thinning compared to most examples on the market. The lettering for "SCHNOZZOLA DURANTE" on the front is bold and clear.
Please note: The original circular metal bottom trap door/cover plate is missing (as shown in the bottom view photo). The interior is hollow and ready for display or a replacement plug.
An excellent addition to any vintage coin bank collection, 1940s Hollywood memorabilia display, or Chogokin/metalware collection. Please review the detailed photos for an exact look at the condition. Ships quickly and securely packed. Feel free to message me with any questions!
