This here is a wonderful Antique or Vintage Souvenir Coin Bank from the People’s Trust & Guarantee Co. of Hackensack N.J. This metal barrel coin bank was likely given as a promotional or souvenir item. I believe this establishment might still be in existence. As to when it was founded, the closest I could come to was records dating to 1918 involving a bond promotion. I would likely date this piece to the mid early 20th century. in the depiction of a miniature metal barrel, a riveted plate on the top reads Peoples Trust & Guarantee Co. Of Hackensack N.J. A Beacon Of Progress, while another plate on the bottom reads Save Your Coins & Have Barrels Of Money. Measuring appr 2 3/4" height with 1 5/8" top & bottom rim diameters & an appr 6 3/4" belly circumference, this piece is in good condition, especially considering its likely age, showing some wear from age, handling & likely use. The bottom plate shows some denting which appears to maybe compromise the opening mechanism, so practice use might not be an option.Some paint wear is seen to both plates along with some surface scratching to plates & barrel. Some tarnish is seen in spots to the metal, with a tiny ding to the barrel ring just below the coin slot, all as can be seen in photos. Please examine photos closely to properly determine condition. Overall, though not in perfect condition & showing some wear, still a nice vintage coin bank, perfect for collectors vintage banks, especially anyone from the Hackensack N.J. area interested in examples of local history. Vintage People’s Trust & Guarantee Co.of Hackensack N.j. Souvenir Metal Barrel Coin Bank
