Vintage Patent Novelty Co Insurance Metal Lock Box Max Green Cleveland OH 1930s
Product Overview
Up for sale is a classic piece of mid-century industrial advertising Americana: a heavy-gauge steel document safe/cash box manufactured by the renowned Patent Novelty Company (P.N. Co.) in Fulton, Illinois, USA.Circa 1925–1935 (Art Deco Period)
This specific box was produced as a premium promotional handout for "Max Green General Insurance," representing the historic Canada Life Assurance Co. on behalf of their regional office inside the landmark Keith Building in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Given the Art Deco accents and the address, this piece dates precisely to the late 1920s or early 1930s.
Key Features & Specifications
- Manufacturer: Patent Novelty Co. (Stamped “Mfd by P.N. Co. Fulton Ill. U.S.A.” on the front metal rim or casing).
- Dimensions: Approximately 11" Length x 5 1/2" Width x 2 1/2" Height.
- Material: Heavypressed sheet steel construction with its original black factory coat.
- Graphics: Gorgeous gold lithographed typography accented with classic geometric Art Deco corner borders on the lid.
- Functionality: Designed with a clean interior to store cash, deeds, policies, and "Valuable Papers" safely. Built with an industrial-grade multi-barrel rear hinge line designed to last.
selling as pictured.
more than welcome to pick up at shop in butler pa & save shipping.
052126 gp