Vintage Santa Claus Metal Bank First Federal Savings & Loan Lubbock Texas 1950's

  
This is a "Santa On Roof" still bank, American, circa 1960. It was made by the Banthrico Company in Chicago, Illinois, and given away as a premium, typically for children, for opening up an account. This bank is documented in two publications; listed as #105 in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book", and also on page 37, #117 in "Coin Banks by Banthrico" written by James Redwine. This example was made for "First Federal Savings and Loan" in Lubbock, Texas as is printed on the rear of the bank (see image). The bank depicts Santa Claus on the rooftop with one leg down the chimney. He appears to be holding a bag of toys that is not included. The bank is in original condition and painted in the appropriate red and white Santa colors. Dimensions: 6 1/4" high x 4" wide 3 deep. Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm). Width: 4 in (10.16 cm). Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm). Wear consistent with age and use.