Well, I know what your thinking. This looks like an ordinary coin bank. In fact, we find it quite delightful. That's the problem. I got this (actually this is not the exact item. I found it in a thrift shop) for my 7th grade birthday from my best friend. He was so excited to give it to me. I felt bad and played along like I was excited for the gift. There were a half dozen other kids there that had given me cool / normal toys for a 7 year old. I put it on a shelf, forgot about it and played with other toys that day. Until now, I found it again in a thrift store. So on this particular piece, I strongly believe my attitude and actions were simply...........TACKY.