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Wednesday, May 6, 2009

VINTAGE THINGIES THURSDAY


Thanks to Suzanne of Colorado Lady for hosting Vintage Thingies Thursday once again. Be sure to stop by her blog for a list of those participating in this fun event.

I now realize that there is a theme to this week's event; but since I have a hard time following rules I am doing something different. It is Mother's Day week, so I decided to show you instead a bank that belongs to my husband, Bob. When his mother found out she was pregnant with him 71 years ago, she and his Dad started saving money in this bank to pay the doctor bill for when he was born.

The little metal airplane is a replica of the one Charles Lindberg made his solo flight in across the Atlantic ocean in 1927, just 11 years before Bob was born. On the top, it says, "Spirit of Saving" after the name of the plane, "Spirit of St. Louis".


It is in good condition except for the rubber on the wheels, which has hardened and is disintegrating.

Thanks for stopping by; now, please go by Suzanne's to check out all of the great vintage items.

Sally
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22 comments:

  1. SarahMay 6, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    You have quite a treasure here and a wonderful story to go with it! Thanks for sharing.

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  2. Marjorie (Molly) SmithMay 6, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    Your story is as much a treasure as that sweet little bank. Thanks for sharing.
    Molly

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  3. ColoradoladyMay 6, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    There are never any rules here to follow...anything goes.

    What a cute post, and story. I like the little plane, that is really a family treasure.

    Have a great VTT.

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  4. bjMay 6, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    Oh, dear...I didn't realize there was a theme, either.
    I love this bank...so cute!

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  5. fitty's pinky rose cottageMay 7, 2009 at 12:43 AM

    i love this bank too.. cute lil bank.. happy VTT

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  6. Keetha BroylesMay 7, 2009 at 2:57 AM

    Oh how lovely!!! I have always LOVED the little metal toys.

    My grandparents used to have a little metal palm tree toy which had a monkey that would climb to the top. My cousin Al got it and restored it. I HOPE he still treasures it.

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  7. Marie ReedMay 7, 2009 at 3:15 AM

    What a beautiful story behind this bank! This makes my heart smile!

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  8. jeanneMay 7, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    Good morning Sally, I am getting an early start this morning. I let the day get away from me and my visiting suffers.

    I love your story about your hubby and the airplane. Hie mom was a wise woman. The airplane bank is a real treasure.

    Hugs...Jeanne

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  9. LVMay 7, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    This is why I enjoy VTT so much. You never know what you will see.

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  10. DonnaMay 7, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    Sweet plane and story!

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  11. Chari at Happy To DesignMay 7, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    Good Mornin' my friend...

    What a treasure!!! I love this little plane bank and the story that goes with it! It really does have great details...what a keepsake! As you know, we've been going through Russell's Dad's place...we came across a couple of toys that he had when he was just a boy...a metal horse and wagon set and an old metal tractor that you wind up! They just don't make toys like that anymore!

    Thank you for coming by and taking a peek at my Mother's Day tablescape and for all of your sweet comments!!! I only get to see my mama and girls about once a year...I get pretty homesick for all of them! Texas is just soooo far away! They live in Corpus Christi, it's about 1200 mls. away! We are planning a trip down next month though..I'm so excited!!! Well my friend, sending my best wishes to you for a Happy Mother's Day! Are your children coming for the weekend?

    Love ya,
    Chari

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  12. SusanMay 7, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    Your bank is in great condition and such a wonderful story behind it.

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  13. AnonymousMay 7, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    What a beautiful treasure and story you have.
    Lucky little boy to have such wise parents.

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  14. SmilingSallyMay 7, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    Imagine the value of that neat bank.

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  15. StephanieMay 7, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    What a great little treasure with a wonderful story behind it! :) Thanks for sharing it with us! I missed the "theme" this week too :)

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  16. annies homeMay 7, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    that is a cool looking bank

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  17. TikimamaMay 7, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Neat! Back then, people really knew how to plan and save for the future!

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  18. CarrieMay 7, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    What a delightful heirloom item...I love things with a historic connection.

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  19. SueMay 7, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    You have the best stuff....

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  20. VirginiaMay 7, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    That's so neat and what a great story to go with it!

    Happy VTT

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  21. MiriMay 9, 2009 at 5:34 AM

    This bank is Wonderful! and ha,ha just yesterday I was watching Cash in the Attic and there was a Spirit of St. Louis bank! Yours is much much nicer.

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  22. workhardMay 13, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    Hey thats nice. A replica of charles Lindberg plane.. Thats nice.

    Boise Homes

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