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Museum of Science and Industry Circus Mechanical Coin-Opera...

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Museum of Science and Industry Circus Mechanical Coin-Operated Wagon and Big Cats Display. Circa 1935. Three-quarter size wooden circus wagon replete with two snarling fabric-covered big cat models (one tiger, one leopard) behind the barred sides. Painted in gilt, red, silver, with mirrored accent panels, sitting on brightly painted wheels. With coin-operated mechanism; when a dime is deposited, the big cats roar. Approximately 8 x 6 ½ x 4’. This wagon was part of the Museum of Science and Industry Chicago’s circus exhibit for decades, and sat at its entryway. Mechanism not tested. Third party transportation required.

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Museum of Science and Industry Circus Mechanical Coin-Opera...

Name: Museum of Science and Industry Circus Mechanical Coin-Opera...
SKU: 135055554
Price: 3400 USD
Availability: InStock

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