Three Ring Auction
Sat, Jul 23, 2016 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Jul 24, 2016 11:00AM EDT
Lot 459
Penny Fortune Teller Arcade Machine. Three Wise Monkeys Ð "What?"
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Penny Fortune Teller Arcade Machine. Three Wise Monkeys Ð "What?" American, first quarter twentieth century. Decoratively painted upright wooden cabinet with trio of matching penny-drop fortune-telling machines affixed. Floor model (34 x 67 x 10"). Three wise monkeys are depicted in the painted panels atop each machine, below which question marks light up with answers to the requested fortune. One of three glass coverings and set of light bulbs intact, others absent. Two of three rear panels absent, main ventilated cabinet panel present but detached. Old wiring intact with main power unit in grated metal housing, all non-operational. Vintage unrestored condition with apparently original paint.
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