-Lucky Dime Register Bank (registering)- still bank c. mid 20th century

This small, silver, "Lucky Dime Register Bank" is a mid-20th-century still bank that was likely used by children to save their money. The bank is shaped like a building with a small slot for inserting coins and a window that shows the amount of money deposited. This object is a great example of the types of toys and functional objects that would have been used during this time period. The bank’s inscription of "Lucky Dime Register Bank" highlights the emphasis on thrift and financial literacy that characterized mid-20th century American culture.