NOVELTY MERCHANTMAN CRANE DIGGER.

A classic 1920s digger/claw machine in original condition. Visually, one perceives themselves on the deck of a ship with the upper cabin and wheel house of the merchant ship in the background. The wooden cabinet with the aluminum front castings has a drawer would one would collect their winnings. Machine is operational on a dime. Appears to be complete. However, lacking keys. Mechanism untested due to damaged electrical cord extending from back. These machines came as both floor model or counter top, as with this example and were most popular in the arcades and other venues, creating huge profits for the operator. A nice solid, good looking unit and almost ready to go. SIZE: 44″ h x 19″ d 22″ w. CONDITION: Overall as described above. Wooden parts have likely have various coats of lacquer over the years, but very acceptable in appearance. 1086-12 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2194

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2194	$1,777.50	NOVELTY MERCHANTMAN CRANE DIGGER. A classic 1920s digger/claw machine in original condition. Visually, one perceives themselves on the deck of a ship with the upper cabin and wheel house of the merchant ship in the background. The wooden cabinet with the aluminum front castings has a drawer would one would collect their winnings. Machine is operational on a dime. Appears to be complete. However, lacking keys. Mechanism untested due to damaged electrical cord extending from back. These machines came as both floor model or counter top, as with this example and were most popular in the arcades and other venues, creating huge profits for the operator. A nice solid, good looking unit and almost ready to go. SIZE: 44″ h x 19″ d 22″ w. CONDITION: Overall as described above. Wooden parts have likely have various coats of lacquer over the years, but very acceptable in appearance. 1086-12 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2194 Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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NOVELTY MERCHANTMAN CRANE DIGGER.