Piggy bank — History & Facts
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.
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