Piggy bank, anonymous, c. 1300 - c. 1500
terracotta, h 16cm × w 13cm × d 17.3cm More details
Contrary to popular belief, the piggy bank is not a European invention. Many terracotta piggy banks have been found on Java. Most are in the form of a pig, as the fat animal evoked associations with wealth. The slot for coins is still visible on the back of this example.
