Morphy’s Coin-Op & Antique Advertising Auction closes the books at $3.7M

Circa-1902 Watling Cupid cast-iron slot machine, only known example with dual coin entry to accommodate both US and Canadian nickels. Also equipped with side gum-vending machine marked ‘5¢.’ Sold above high estimate for $72,000

DENVER, Pa. – Morphy Auctions’ lively April 20-22 Coin-Op & Antique Advertising Auction delivered a fantastic selection of rare slot machines, amusements and early advertising to an eager audience of bidders, cashing out at just under $3.7 million. The multi-session sale featured dozens of sought-after categories, including country store memorabilia, which was represented by one of the largest collections of its type to reach the marketplace in decades.

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Rock Island Auction Co. revels in 2022 sales that topped $107M

BlasTech DL-44 Heavy Blaster carried by the Han Solo character in the first ‘Star Wars’ movie, $1.06 million. Image courtesy of Rock Island Auction Company
BlasTech DL-44 Heavy Blaster carried by the Han Solo character in the first ‘Star Wars’ movie, $1.06 million. Image courtesy of Rock Island Auction Company
BlasTech DL-44 Heavy Blaster carried by the Han Solo character in the first ‘Star Wars’ movie, $1.06 million. Image courtesy of Rock Island Auction Company

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – Rock Island Auction Company, the world’s No. 1 firearms auction house, reports sales of more than $107 million in the past 12 months. Rock Island hosted 20 auction events, selling 42,500 legacy pieces with more than 40 fine arms realizing six-figure values. Throughout 2022, Rock Island held three premier auctions, each earning more than $18 million, with the May auction achieving $28.2 million.

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