Midcentury Professor Ceramic Coin Bank with Lock by Thames Maine_Lobster_Set A lovely display piece

A lovely display piece

A sweet wicker woven basket with 4 birds inside

The teeny little book measures approximately 2 3/8" x 1 7/8"

8 pieces circa 1930s

May 1932 issue

Midcentury Professor Ceramic Coin Bank with Lock by Thames Maine_Lobster_Set A lovely display pieceA rare, vintage ceramic bank, the Wise Bank. The bank, made in Japan by Thames, is so unique. The figural bank is a professor with rhinestone eyes and a metal padlock (without a key) that keeps his head on his shoulders. The figurine measures approximately 6 3 4" tall x 3 1 2" wide. In good vintage condition with finish wear and the lack of a key guarantees the money is saved! The fantastic, kitschy bank features its original label on the bottom.