Thank you for viewing. This is a Showa-retro style Maneki Neko (beckoning cat). It's a piggy bank, with a slot to insert money on the back of its head. It's about 31cm tall, giving it a strong presence. Black Maneki Neko are also believed to have the power to ward off evil and bad luck since ancient times. Size: Height (from the highest part of the ear): Approximately 31cm Width (at the widest part): Approximately 23cm Depth (at the widest part): Approximately 21cm *Measurements are approximate due to being done by hand. It's likely from the Showa era. The shape is very much like a Maneki Neko, with a charming, rounded form. ⭐The bottom lid is missing. There are areas where the black paint is peeling. If you understand that this is an old item, and if you feel a connection, please consider it.