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THB1940s US Mills Horseshoe Tabletop Slot Machine
Lot 176c
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
North America, United States, Illinois, Chicago, ca. 1940s to 1950s CE. A 10 cent Mills High-top Horseshoe Club slot machine with a pastel yellow and mint color scheme that is perfect for vintage themed interiors! The machine is mounted on a wooden base and has a metal back panel with a keyhole for accessing the coins. The winning combinations are shown as fruit symbols - these machines had the option to also operate as gum vendors, hence the fruit flavors and the bell for the Bell-Fruit Gum company. A curious photograph of a man holding a python snake and turbaned snake handler is set behind glass over the payout tray. The photo, from the clothing, appears to be from the latter half of the 20th century, adding mystery and charm to this machine. Included are paper instructions and handwritten notes about maintenance and use. While it currently does not function, there is potential for repair, and dimes are visible in the window and a nice jangle of coins store inside that is so tantalizing! Size: 16" L x 15" W x 26" H (40.6 cm x 38.1 cm x 66 cm)
Several US States prohibit the sales and ownership of used slot machines, so please check your state laws before bidding on this piece.
Provenance: private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-private Arkansas, USA collection, via descent in 2021; ex-private Florida estate, USA, acquired from the 1960s to 1970s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#172157Age and use expected wear to chrome and surface paint, but otherwise excellent visually. Does not function; it accepts coins, but reel does not turn when arm is pulled. Possibly repairable! Key to backplate is not included. Comes with paper instructions and notes for use and maintenance, and any coins inside!Condition
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