Did I do good?

[livnxxxl]

I found this during my journeys this week at a Goodwill store. I only paid a buck for it. It looks to be vintage. Anyone seen or have any of these or know anything about them? Thanks!

[wayne foundation 07]

Our Goodwill store bites,its super crappy.Theres one a little ways a way and they've gone upscale,they EBAY the really good stuff,and have stuff inside locked glass cabinets.Its like being in a antique store.The plastic looks vintage,but hey for a buck how can you go wrong.I think you did great.

[livnxxxl]

Our Goodwill store bites,its super crappy.Theres one a little ways a way and they've gone upscale,they EBAY the really good stuff,and have stuff inside locked glass cabinets.Its like being in a antique store.The plastic looks vintage,but hey for a buck how can you go wrong.I think you did great.

Thanks! Even though I only paid a measley buck for it I was hoping that this would be a vintage piece. Like you stated either way it is still not a bad deal. It kind of looks to be vintage. Still not 100% sure yet though. ????

I am lucky I suppose to have quite a few Good Will stores around in the local area within driving distances. For the most part Good Will is definitely more expensive then other thrift stores in the area although I have been finding some pretty good stuff lately so it makes it more worth it. Plus it goes to a good cause. Supposedly anyway... Also anytime I can get out of paying a ridiculous shipping fee to have something shipped in it is good IMO. I will like to spend less on shipping and more on goods instead. Still I have quite a bit of stuff shipped in as I just cannot seem to find the stuff that I really want around here. I get a little impatient some times waiting it out to try and find stuff locally. Some times patience does pay off though.

[saildog]

Nice pick up, Dude!

I'm not an expert, but I did find one listed on eBay for $19.99.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1968-Planet-of-the-Apes-Cornelius-18-inch-bank_W0QQitemZ140323128226QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_0?hash=item20abe903a2&_trksid=p3286.c0 .m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240 %3A1318|301%3A0|293%3A1|294%3A50

[megoat]

It certainly is vintage, they made a few different ones. Early 70's. These used to be worth more $$$ 10+ years ago. Current eBay prices have been pretty low--but still, for a buck you really can't beat it. And as an Apes fan I've always loved these banks......

[livnxxxl]

Thanks so much guys. I really do appreciate the info, link and the help confirming this for me. I was hoping that it would be vintage. I do not usually find good stuff like this much around where I live. Every now and then I luck out. What made this even more special to me is that it was Planet of The Apes. I love those Apes!

I see the seller even has a Vintage 1968 Planet of the Apes Dr. Zaius 18” bank as well.

Anyone know what other characters if any were made into banks like these? It would be cool to see and have a vintage Ursus bank if they made one.

Now I am hyped about going to the stores again tomorrow. Fingers crossed for more vinntage goodies.

[saildog]

I see the seller even has a Vintage 1968 Planet of the Apes Dr. Zaius 18” bank as well.

Yeah, that Zaius bank would be a pretty cool pick up for you, and since you got Corny for a buck, you'd still get a cool set for pretty cheap.

[JPkempo]

Can't go wrong for a buck.

[toys2cool]

nice grab

[Mindwarp1966]

you did good

for a dollar in this economy anything ape is good
and hello mego heads im new to the group and a huge POTA fan
lori and jessica told me to post on here lol so im posting . i am including a link to my photos whare im playing with making ape heads and stuff pota related im attempting to build the largest ape playsets ever so im costomizing and sculpting heads . let me know what you think and im talking on collaberators .
Flickr: mindwarp19662005's Photostream

[livnxxxl]

for a dollar in this economy anything ape is good
and hello mego heads im new to the group and a huge POTA fan
lori and jessica told me to post on here lol so im posting . i am including a link to my photos whare im playing with making ape heads and stuff pota related im attempting to build the largest ape playsets ever so im costomizing and sculpting heads . let me know what you think and im talking on collaberators .
Flickr: mindwarp19662005's Photostream

Thank you. and welcome to the Mego Museum. I just checked out your link. Judging by your pictures it appears that you do very nice sculpting and customizing work. You will love the Mego Museum as there is lots of ape fans and customizing gurus here. Enjoy your stay here and have fun!

[megoat]

They made Cornelius, Zaius and Ursus. I think that was all in that series.

There was also a different set of Apes banks made by Playpal plastics I think....

[livnxxxl]

They made Cornelius, Zaius and Ursus. I think that was all in that series.

There was also a different set of Apes banks made by Playpal plastics I think....

Awesome! I kind of thought that they would or should have made/make an Ursus. What ape set would be complete with Ursus? Thanks for the confirmation.

[vulcan2074]

OMG I Love Him. Damn thats so Cool. You made out like a Champ
Sammy

[ditcin]

I still have my Zaius one, but years ago I cut a hole in the back so I could insert one of those night light sized bulb w/wire from an old Xmas deco to make a lamp. The Zaius lights up real nice, like a lawn decoration.
It's still in the attic.
- Scott B.