Lot 267:
Two Ertl John Deere Die-Cast Metal Truck Coin Banks
Sold for: $20
Description
This lot features two vintage John Deere themed die-cast metal delivery truck coin banks manufactured by the Ertl Company. The first item is a 1/34 scale replica of a 1931 Hawkeye Crate Delivery Truck, model number 5687. This bank features a dark green cab marked with No. 104 and the John Deere Moline, Illinois logo. The vehicle includes a brown wood-textured cargo bed carrying three yellow crates labeled Genuine John Deere Parts. It is equipped with red spoked wheels and rubber dual rear tires. This is a locking coin bank and includes its original 1991 dated box. The second item is a delivery truck bank, identified by web consensus as a 1926 Mack Bulldog style vehicle, approximately 1/38 scale. The truck features a green cab and chassis with a bright yellow cargo box. Side and rear panels are printed with Deere Implement Company, Agricultural Implements, and No. 103. The upper front of the cargo box is marked John Deere. This model features a coin slot integrated into the green roof of the cargo section and red spoked wheels with rubber tires.
Condition report:
The 1931 Hawkeye truck appears to be in excellent, New Old Stock condition within the original packaging. The box shows minor shelf wear, light staining, and age-related toning. The Deere Implement Company truck is in very good condition with minor surface dust and light paint wear consistent with display.
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