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The general use of piggy banks is to store loose change in a quaint, decorative manner.
Modern piggy banks are not limited to the likeness of pigs, and may come in a range of shapes, sizes and colors.
They are most commonly used by temples and churches because they are locked money boxes with a narrow opening to drop cash or coins.
The box is opened via a plug underneath it at regular intervals, when the collected money is counted and recorded.

Piggy banks are usually made of ceramic or porcelain.
They are generally painted and serve as a pedagogical device to teach the rudiments of thrift and savings to children; money can be easily inserted. Many piggy banks have a rubber plug located on the underside; others are made of vinyl and have a removable nose for easy coin access. Some incorporate electronic systems which calculate the amount of money deposited.
Some piggy banks do not have an opening besides the slot for inserting coins, which will lead to smashing the piggy bank with a hammer or by other means, to obtain the money within.