Balfour Budget Bank for Class Ring

Collectibles : Banks

 

The Balfour Company began manufacturing fraternity and sorority jewelry in 1913. One of the most desirable items was a class ring commemorating a student’s graduation from college.

But how to pay for the ring? Of course, the Balfour Budget Bank for Class Ring! Save your dimes until they add up to $5. Can you believe it? Only five dollars for a gold class ring.

A lot of money then, of course. And gee, the bank was colored gold too. This, of course, was in the 1920s and 30s. Not today with gold exceeding $800 an ounce!

Considering the condition, this example may have been used for more than one class ring. It shows wear and tear of a used 70 to 90 year old bank. There is the typical edge-wear and scratches on both the front and the back. No corrosion whatsoever, on the front or edges. There is just a little on the back at the opening point, and near the bottom.

But still……this bank is hard to come by in any condition. And this one works too.

Item ID: 0367