What money storing item got its name from the material it's made from?

Gnomon

Purse comes from the Latin word bursa, which comes from a word meaning ox-hide. In British English, purse still means a small bag for holding money, whereas in American English it has come to mean a bigger bag which can hold all sorts of things. Apr 11 02, 8:30 AM

Tin Box Apr 11 02, 10:10 AM

mibmob

Budget also, which is a bag slung over the shoulder used by shepherds and pilgrims inthe olden days. Apr 11 02, 10:45 AM

tjoebigham

There's also, believe it or not, the piggy bank, which got its name and shape from its being made from a clay named 'pygg'. Apr 13 02, 11:47 PM

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