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SMILING SAM FROM ALABAM' PEANUT VENDING MACHINE.: This is a wonderful example of this iconic vending machine by the General Merchandise Co., "Smilin' Sam from Alabam, the Salted Peanut Man" is a figural peanut vending machine where you deposit your c

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Smilin' Sam Peanut Vending Machine: American. 1930s. Made by General Merchandise Co. An excellent candidate for professional restoration. Marked, "Smilin' Sam from Alabam' The Salted Peanut Man". Tongue marked, "PULL". Casting number st

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Smilin’ Sam from Alabam’ 1 Cent Peanut Vendor. Chicago: General Merchandise, Inc.,: Smilin’ Sam from Alabam’ 1 Cent Peanut Vendor. Chicago: General Merchandise, Inc., 1990s. Replica of the original cast iron machine that dispensed peanuts when a coin was inserted and the

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GENERAL MDSE. Co. SMILIN SAM VENDING MACHINE: Metal.

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Lot of 3 Cast Iron Mechanical Banks: Two John Harper Co. cast iron mechanical banks and one unmarked Smilin-Sam From Alabama bank. All three are in good working condition with some paint blemishes and are 6" to 6 1/2" tall. Please review

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Pace Manufacturing 1 Cent Skil Flip Trade Simulator. Chicag...: Pace Manufacturing 1 Cent Skil Flip Trade Simulator. Chicago: Pace Mfg. Co., 1931. One-cent slot machine with golden oak sides. Requires five jackpots to win. This slot machine is considered a â€œ

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General Vending Service Co. 5 Cent General Stationery: General Vending Service Co. 5 Cent General Stationery Vendor. Circa 1930. Cast iron machine dispensed a stamped envelope (3 cent) and writing paper. Product in the window. Original lock and key. Not t

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Griswold 1 Cent Peanut Vending Machine. Rock Island: Griswo...: Griswold 1 Cent Peanut Vending Machine. Rock Island: Griswold Mfg., Co., ca. 1914. Cast iron one-cent peanut vendor with elongated globe. Six-sided base, crank handle, receiving dish. Height 20”

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Field Mfg. Co. 1 Cent Sunny Boy One Jacks Slot Machine: Field Mfg. Co. 1 Cent Sunny Boy One Jacks Slot Machine and Gumball Vendor. Circa 1926. Cast aluminum. A penny will get you a gumball and an attempt to flip the penny into Sunny Boy’s mouth. If succe

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Lot Of 2: 1¢ William Michael Co. And National Novelty: This lot includes 1 - William Michael Co. vendor in fair condition, with its red hue darkened with age. Front display reads "Fragrant Ball Gum for the Breath One Cent." One key is included. Measures 1

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ONE CENT FORTUNE / GAMBLING MACHINE: ONE CENT FORTUNE / GAMBLING MACHINE: Trade Stimulator, Exhibit Supply Co. Kromo Kolored Kube Fortune Teller 1 Cent Dice Popper. Chicago, circa 1928. Wood frame with glass dome and five wood? colored d

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Bally Bow & Arrow 25 Cent Pinball Machine.: Bally Bow & Arrow 25 Cent Pinball Machine. Chicago: Bally Mfg. Co., 1974. Lock and key. Back glass and playfield excellent. Working (one ball lodged under glass and playfield).

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Columbus Vending Co. 1 Cent Models 16 and 46 Gumball: Columbus Vending Co. 1 Cent Models 16 and 46 Gumball Vendors on Stand. Columbus, ca. 1946. Both machines repainted. Embossed globes on both and decal on one. Stand cast iron. Locks and keys for both.

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General Merchandise Co. Smilin’ Sam from Alabam’ One Cent P...

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General Merchandise Co. Smilin’ Sam from Alabam’ One Cent Peanut Vending Machine. Original figural cast aluminum peanut vendor on original standing base. Drop in a penny and pull out the man’s tongue to dispense product. Raised lettering to base, five decals. Serial number 3316A. Paint is original. 43 ½ x 11 x 10”. Coin slot accent is missing, lock (no key), some wear, cracking, soiling to bust and decals. Mechanism needs adjustment (tongue does not pull out). Third party shipping required.

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Name: General Merchandise Co. Smilin’ Sam from Alabam’ One Cent P...
SKU: 159662962
Price: 3200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $3,000

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