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Lot 114
Manikin Vendor Co. “Baker Boy” Gumball Machine, ca. Early 20th Century
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $20 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $200 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $50,000 | $1,000 |
Manikin Vendor Co. “Baker Boy” Gumball Machine. Early 20th-century coin-operated gum vendor by the Manikin Vendor Co., Portland, Oregon, featuring the animated “Baker Boy” figure. Constructed in painted sheet metal with a red gabled roof and green body, this whimsical countertop machine dispenses gumballs via a crank-operated mechanism activated by a single penny.
Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 16 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, El Sobrante, CA
Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, NV pickup. $25 invoice transfer to the Annex Facility in Sacramento. Shipping via FedEx Ground/Home with signature required for $160 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Reduced shipping available for multiple lot purchases when possible.
In working order with key. Retains what appears to be original paint. Coin slot shows expected wear from use; overall well-preserved.
Condition
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