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Early 20th Century Large Marble Bank Frieze, Plaque with Beehive and Coins
$6,500
£4,959.34
€5,645.82
CA$9,135.82
A$10,042.49
CHF 5,272.26
MX$119,412.47
NOK 67,707.82
SEK 61,674.51
DKK 42,183.31
About the Item
Early 20th Century large marble bank frieze, plaque with a single bee, beehive and Coins salvaged from a local bank built in 1929 in Stamford Ct.
The plaque featuring a beehive with a single bee and coins is a historic symbol of thrift, hard work, and the accumulation of wealth. Many 19th and 20th-century savings banks used this image, and the specific composition likely emphasizes the rewards of individual industry.
Breakdown of the symbolism
The beehive: The hive represents a community that is working together harmoniously toward a common goal. In a banking context, the beehive signifies the collective good that comes from many individuals saving and contributing to an institution.
The single bee: While the hive represents the community, the single bee symbolizes the diligent and hardworking individual depositor. It encourages each person to be industrious, save their money, and contribute to their own financial security.
The coins: The coins at the base of the plaque represent the honey or "sweet reward" of saving. Just as bees collect nectar to create honey, the depositor's hard work and saving results in the accumulation of wealth. The coins are a visual testament to the financial prosperity that comes from consistent and purposeful saving.
The overall message: The plaque was a common marketing tool for early savings banks, particularly during the Industrial Revolution. It was meant to inspire a sense of financial responsibility by communicating a simple message: If you work hard (the bee) and save your money diligently (the beehive), you will be rewarded with prosperity (the coins.
This is a great piece needs a good cleaning but overall in very good condition. It is solid marble estimated weight 1000lbs. a nice piece of banking history.
- Dimensions:Height: 59 in (149.86 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Stamford, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: UHP-Magna-ENN1stDibs: LU928546996262
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