Why is it customary to make piggy banks for money in the shape of a pig? Detailed answer

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Why is it customary to make piggy banks for money in the shape of a pig?

In medieval England, the word "pygg" was a type of clay used to make household utensils. People often kept their savings in pots made of such clay and called them "pygg jar". Over time, the term turned into "pig bank", and thanks to this consonance, piggy banks began to be made exclusively in the shape of a pig.

Authors: Jimmy Wales, Larry Sanger

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