Description
This silverplated dinosaur money box is a cheerful little horned beast in polished silver, ready to sit on a nursery shelf and catch the light. It is made from metal alloy and finished in real silver plating, with a bright, mirror-like shine all over. The design is full of character: a horned head with a scalloped frill, a friendly smile and round eyes, raised spots scattered across its rounded back, a beaded ridge running down to the tail, and sturdy little feet set firmly on the base. A coin slot sits along the top of the back beside the ridge. It stands 8.3cm tall and 7.3cm wide, a compact size for a windowsill, bookcase or chest of drawers.
We think it makes a thoughtful christening gift, the kind of present that marks the day and then stays on in the nursery long after. It suits babies and little ones up to three years old as a decorative keepsake for their room, and it gives parents somewhere to drop spare coins towards a first savings pot. It looks best on a high shelf where it can be admired. The dinosaur theme sits alongside woodland, jungle or prehistoric nursery schemes, and the silver finish works in neutral, pastel or brighter rooms alike, which makes it an easy choice when you are not sure of the colours.
The smooth, polished body is set off by the raised detail of the spots, frill and ridge, so the shine picks out every curve. Silver plating can dull with time, so we suggest dusting it with a soft dry cloth and keeping it away from damp and from harsh or abrasive cleaners, which can wear a plated surface. For a christening, slip a first coin inside before you wrap it and write the date in the card, and it becomes a reminder of the day.
Specification
| Material |
Metal Alloy |
| Colour |
Silver |
| Finish |
Real Silverplated |
| Height |
8.3cm |
| Width |
7.3cm |
| Weight |
0.34kg |
| Occasion |
Christening |
Frequently Asked
How big is the dinosaur money box?
It stands 8.3cm tall and 7.3cm wide, a compact size that sits neatly on a nursery shelf, windowsill or chest of drawers.
What is the money box made of?
It is made from metal alloy and finished in real silver plating, which gives the whole dinosaur a bright, polished silver shine.
Where do the coins go in?
A coin slot runs along the top of the dinosaur's back, beside the beaded ridge, so coins drop straight in from above.
Is it a good christening gift?
Yes, we think it makes a thoughtful christening gift for a baby, a silver keepsake for the nursery that can also hold their first coins.
Where does the money box look best?
It looks best on a high nursery shelf, windowsill or chest of drawers, where the polished silver catches the light and the dinosaur can be admired.
How do I look after the silver plating?
Dust it with a soft dry cloth to keep the shine, and keep it away from damp and from harsh or abrasive cleaners, which can wear a plated finish.