Auction 68 · Lot 27
ENGLISH CAST-IRON CHARITY BOX.
- Estimate
- $1,000–$1,500
- Hammer price
- Not recorded
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
Description
King Edward’s Throne-form container, with coin-slot set under seat, cast and appliqued in Hebrew: “Sandiko’uth, Chevrah Brith Milah.” The whole supported by four recumbent lions flanking additional embossing “Anshei Chessed.” Impressed on reverse: “Reg Design App for Harper.” 8.25 x 4.5 x 2.75 inches.
summary
A similar money-bank example of this Coronation Chair was produced by John Harper for the 1953 Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.