Reproduction cast iron dinosaur coin bank in the style of the classic Sinclair Oil Brontosaurus mascot, often known as “Dino.” Sinclair introduced the green dinosaur as part of its petroleum advertising during the 1930s, and the mascot became one of the most recognizable symbols in American gas station history.
Dinosaur figures and banks inspired by Sinclair advertising became popular novelty items and garage décor pieces, especially among collectors of petroliana and service station memorabilia.
This example features the familiar long-neck dinosaur form with painted green finish and coin slot incorporated into the body.
