Antique First National Bank Fleetwood PA Advertising Coin Purse Kiss Clasp For Sale

Antique or early vintage advertising coin purse issued for The First National Bank of Fleetwood, Pennsylvania.

This attractive historic banking collectible features a burgundy-brown fabric or suede-like body, ornate gold-tone metal frame, decorative exterior metalwork, and a traditional kiss-clasp closure.

The interior contains a wonderful period advertising message promoting the First National Bank of Fleetwood, PA.

The interior advertising reads:

\"What This Won\'t Hold Deposit With the FIRST NATIONAL BANK, FLEETWOOD, PA. Safe and Conservative.\"

A charming example of early American banking advertising, likely dating to the early 20th century.

The combination of the decorative metal frame, colorful fabric body, and original banking advertisement makes this an appealing piece of Pennsylvania financial and commercial history.

Item Details:

• Location: Fleetwood, Pennsylvania

• County: Berks County

• Type: Advertising Coin Purse / Change Purse

• Material: Fabric or Suede-Like Exterior with Metal Frame

• Color: Burgundy / Brown with Gold-Tone Metal

• Closure: Traditional Kiss Clasp

• Era: Early 20th Century, Exact Date Unknown

Approximate Dimensions When Closed:

• Width: 3 inches

• Height: 2 or vintage used condition with noticeable age-related wear consistent with prolonged handling and storage.

  The fabric exterior and interior exhibit discoloration, surface wear, rubbing, and signs of age. Some areas of the interior lining show additional wear and deterioration.

  The gold-tone metal frame exhibits age-related tarnishing, discoloration, and finish wear.

  The original bank advertising remains attractive and clearly legible.

  The clasp and metal frame are present, however fabric is separating from front half of frame.

  Please carefully examine all photographs for condition, construction, advertising details, and imperfections.

  Collector Interest:

  An appealing collectible for enthusiasts of antique banking memorabilia, Pennsylvania advertising, Fleetwood and Berks County history, vintage coin purses, early American promotional items, and historical financial institutions.

  Sold as pictured.