Vintage "Pin Money" Ceramic Purse Coin Bank | Hand-Painted Gold & Rhinestone Details

​A delightful, nostalgic piece of mid-century kitsch! This novelty ceramic coin bank is cleverly designed to look like a classic clasp handbag or clutch. It features a matte white or pale cream glaze, accented with bright gold-tone paint on the "clasp," the frame, and airbrushed along the bottom edge.

​The front is hand-lettered with the phrase "Pin Money" (a vintage term for a woman's small allowance or savings for personal items), playfully surrounded by hand-painted gold sewing pins, each topped with a sparkling clear rhinestone. It features a standard coin slot on the front. This is a wonderfully fun, decorative piece for a vintage vanity, a craft room shelf, or a collection of novelty ceramic banks.

​Condition

​Grade: Good Vintage Condition

​Details: The ceramic is structurally sound with no major chips or breaks. It does exhibit noticeable all-over crazing (fine crackling within the clear glaze) typical of mid-century pottery, which adds to its antique charm. The gold paint remains bright, and all rhinestones appear to be securely attached.

​Measurements (Estimated)

​Width: Approx. 5.5 inches (Ruler shown in photos for scale)

​Height: Approx. 4.0 to 4.5 inches