{"product_id":"antique-wooden-money-box-collection-box-mary-queen-of-scots-scottish-theme","title":"Antique Wooden Money Box \/ Collection Box Mary Queen of Scots \/ Scottish Theme","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Wooden Money Box \/ Collection Box Mary Queen of Scots \/ Scottish Theme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAn antique wooden money box featuring a charming Scottish “Mary” theme, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis characterful piece is hand-painted and full of folk-art appeal, making it both a functional item and a highly decorative collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe design depicts a traditional Scottish figure dressed in Highland attire, complete with tam hat, tartan clothing and sporran, standing beside a “Bank” building. The front is boldly marked “MARY,” which is assume is a reference to Mary Queen of Scots. A coin slot is cleverly incorporated into the roof of the bank, reinforcing its original purpose as a savings or collection box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe user of will place a coin on the plate being held by the character. The character will then tilt to the side and the coin will fall through the slot into the bank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieces like this were often used as novelty savings banks or decorative household items, and are now sought after for their nostalgic and cultural appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 20.5cm X 10cm \/\/ Height 18cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Good \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem No. 8764\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53199633645910,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/IMG_5231.jpg?v=1776849454","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/antique-wooden-money-box-collection-box-mary-queen-of-scots-scottish-theme","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}