-Four Tower- still bank c. 1895

"Four Tower- Still Bank" is a cast iron bank, a popular toy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, made by the Kenton Hardware Manufacturing Co. around 1895. This charming, miniature replica of a bank building, complete with a domed roof, intricate details, and a slot for depositing coins, stands 5 1/2 inches high. While functioning as a toy, the piece also serves as a reflection of architectural trends and the increasing popularity of banks in late 19th-century American society.