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ELECTRICITY IS LIFE ARCADE SHOCKER

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1¢ DETROIT MEDICAL BATTERY "ELECTRICITY IS LIFE".: A countertop arcade shocker machine by Detroit Medical Battery Co. This Shocker is on the original cast-iron case with "Electricity Is Life" top sign and missing its porcelain instruction plate. A gre

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5¢ MILLS NOVELTY CO., ELECTRICITY IS LIFE ARCADE MACHINE: C. 1904, The Mills Novelty Co., Chicago Illinois. This floor model machine with large upper dial features a reverse on glass, foil effect panel that reads: "Electricity the silent physician treats all

20245¢ MILLS NOVELTY CO., ELECTRICITY IS LIFE ARCADE MACHINESee Sold Price

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Electricity Is Life Arcade Machine On Base: In working condition. It has 1 key that fits in the lock but it does not turn. Shows some wear and paint loss. One mounting tab is broken off. Displays well. 53"x16"x16". Rated Repaint

2021Electricity Is Life Arcade Machine On BaseSee Sold Price

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1¢ T.W. PETERSEN CO. ELECTRICITY IS LIFE SHOCKER MACHINE: C. 1904. At the turn of the century, electricity shock therapy was believed to have therapeutic effects on health and wellness (hence the “Electricity is Life” marketing). The coin operate

20241¢ T.W. PETERSEN CO. ELECTRICITY IS LIFE SHOCKER MACHINESee Sold Price

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ELECTRICITY IS LIFE SHOCKER PROJECT.: This project comes withe original case and original marquee with a box of original parts to complete the restoration. This machine is being sold "As Is for parts or for restoration.

2022ELECTRICITY IS LIFE SHOCKER PROJECT.See Sold Price

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"Electricity is Life" Framed Print for Coin Op Arcade: "Electricity is Life" Framed Print for Coin Op Arcade. This item requires third party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Dimensions: 13 x 17 x 1

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1 Electricity Is Life Countertop Shock Machine: By Detroit Medical Battery Co., this Horseshoe Shocker is in the original cast iron case with "Electricity Is Life" top sign and replica porcelain instruction plate. In working condition. Circa 1901.

20151 Electricity Is Life Countertop Shock MachineSee Sold Price

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MILLS IMPERIAL SHOCKER COIN OP MACHINE: C. 1902, The Mills Novelty Co., Chicago, IL. Mills began making this arcade machine in 1902. Electricity was a novelty at the turn of the century, and there was much debate about the potential healing

2024MILLS IMPERIAL SHOCKER COIN OP MACHINESee Sold Price

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1¢ CAILLE SIMPLEX "ELECTRICTY IS LIFE" ARCADE MACHINE: Likely a recreation of the Caille Simplex, cast iron castings, oak base and marquee, showing two vintage dry cell batteries. Done in very good detail, and having aged to a fine patina over time. A str

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Coin Op Electricity Arcade: Coin Op Electricity Arcade. Untested. This item requires third party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Dimensions: 14 x 9 x 7

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1¢ Watson Medical Battery Shocker: The Watson Machine & Novelty Works of Detroit manufactured this arcade shocker in 1897. Set on a cast iron pedestal, the oak cabinet has glass on three sides to view the beautiful mechanism inside. Th

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Xbox Lot incl System with Box, 4 Controllers, 6 Games incl: Xbox Lot incl System with Box, 4 Controllers, 6 Games incl Crimson Skies, Xbox LIve Arcade, Dead or Alive Extreme Beach Volleyball, Juiced, etc Condition: untested

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Recreation 1¢ Mills Novelty Co. Electricity Is Life: Between 1900 and 1909, Mills Novelty Co. created the Electricity Is Life shock machine in response to the interest in using electricity to "Treat All Forms Of Muscular Ills." Also referring to electri

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1¢ Mills Novelty Imperial Shocker Arcade Machine: This tabletop electric shock amusement game reads, “Take a shock and look pleasant”, and the round dial features a smiling female face. Player inserts a coin and increases the intensity of shock b

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Coin-operated shock machine, Electricity is Life, mfgd: Coin-operated shock machine, Electricity is Life, mfgd by Midland Mfg.-Chicago, wood case, 1 Cent play cures headaches & so much more, VG cond w/wear on lower instruction panel, 23"H.

2016Coin-operated shock machine, Electricity is Life, mfgdSee Sold Price

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The Mills "Electricity is Life" One Cent Coin-Operated: In good original condition, 11"x 10"x 8", cast iron machine is in good condition, no breaks or missing parts, original paint is flaking.

2022The Mills "Electricity is Life" One Cent Coin-OperatedSee Sold Price

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Item Details

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C. 1905. United Automatic Machine Co. Oak cabinet with central red and gold reverse on glass window. Players would deposit a nickel, grip both handles and then press down on the right handle to receive a jolt of electricity. Touted as the "Greatest Remedy for Rheumatism, Gout, etc." CONDITION: Minor lifting to the reverse glass front. Oak cabinet shows wear from age, oxidation to hardware. A rare shocker machine. Includes one key. Condition: (Good) Dimensions: 17" x 5 - 3/4" x 23 - 3/4".

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ELECTRICITY IS LIFE ARCADE SHOCKER

Name: ELECTRICITY IS LIFE ARCADE SHOCKER
SKU: 173155757
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

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