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1¢ ROOVERS BROS. EDUCATED DONKEY ARCADE AMUSEMENT MACHINE

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1¢ ROOVERS BROS. EDUCATED DONKEY ARCADE AMUSEMENT MACHINE

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This floor model fortune teller features a donkey automaton within the lighted cabinet. Donkey turns the ship's helm to select a number that corresponds to the operator's fortune displayed on one of the two interior panels. The top marquee reads "Donkey Wonder Will Solve Your Problems." A Mike Gorski recreation of the Roovers Bros. machine circa 1892. CONDITION: It has been in one collection since it was created, no issues noted. Includes keys. PROVENANCE: From the lifelong collection of Bill Howard. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition: (Excellent) Dimensions: 18" X 15" X 80"

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1¢ ROOVERS BROS. EDUCATED DONKEY ARCADE AMUSEMENT MACHINE

Name: 1¢ ROOVERS BROS. EDUCATED DONKEY ARCADE AMUSEMENT MACHINE
SKU: 173155374
Price: 13500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10,000 - $20,000

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