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Collectors know better. Slot machines from the 1930s and 1940s can fetch a pretty penny, depending on their condition, brand name, and rarity. For example, an Antique 1930s Mills War Eagle 5 cent Nickel Slot Machine can fetch as much as $2,595 on the market. MILL’S 1931 Mills War Eagle ANTIQUE QUARTER SLOT MACHINE. This is a replica of the famous Mill’s 1931 War Eagle which is in mint condition and complete with a mechanical pull arm. This machine consists of 10% or more of the original Mill’s parts and the rest made from the original die casting modes from the original 1931 Mill’s. 1931 Mills 25 cent WAR EAGLE.
Sales of Mills Violanos continue to be strong, We have just added two single Mills Violanos (one Oak and one Mahogany case) which have recently been finished at the Haughawout shop. In addition we have a beautiful Mills Race Horse Piano that is also being offered in fully restored ready to go condition!
We also has just received the largest collection of nickelodeon, European and American orchestrion motors, extremely early open armature motors (as used in Encore Banjo machines, etc.,etc.). This group includes NOS Nelson Wiggin motors! Wurlitzer motors and transmissions, JP Seeburg motors, many Mills Novelty Violano generators (even the rare hanging Bow front motors) and many pancake motors from the early days. We haven't quite figured out how to group and sell them yet! But, if you are looking for a genuine 1920 stock motor for your restoration project, give us a call...
DON'T BE CONCERNED when other music merchants cry the sky is falling, and sing the blues to get you to accept a lower price for your for sale items. They play down the current market because they are not selling anything! NOT SO at Mills Novelty. We are very happy to again have a small supply of original Mills Violanos to offer for sale, and other items back in stock and ready for immediate sale. It is proof beyond question that Mills Novelty sells, and QUALITY items sell!
If you are thinking of selling your collection, give us a call. We can help you find the correct combination of private placement and other marketing to sell your items.
The wonderful Phillips Paganini and the extremely large Wurlitzer 30A Piano-Orchestrion previously for sale, have both been sold! If you are looking for something specific or we can help answer questions, please feel free to call anytime 800-691=6042. We do not offer opinions or price estimates for items we do not represent for sale, or have never even seen, as some do.
The Slot Fan’s Guide to Olden Day One Arm Bandits
A quick search on eBay reveals some interesting results for antique slot machines. Few people would believe that archaic devices with minimal spinning reels and a handful of symbols could be worth a small fortune. Collectors know better. Slot machines from the 1930s and 1940s can fetch a pretty penny, depending on their condition, brand name, and rarity. For example, an Antique 1930s Mills War Eagle 5 cent Nickel Slot Machine can fetch as much as $2,595 on the market. These contraptions are typically a little worse for wear, and they may not have all their original working parts. In the United States, there are rules in place which regulate the sale of antique slot machines, and certain states may not qualify.
If you’re looking to spend a small fortune, you may be on the prowl for an antique 1899 Mills 5c Dewey slot machine. This device retails for $16,800, and it is in its mint, original condition. These devices were expertly crafted, full of intricately detailed artwork and mechanical parts. If the sticker price is a little steep, you may wish to consider the Mills Novelty Company Owl Slot Machine antique at a price of $15,750. These slot games are worlds apart from the video slots we see nowadays at land-based casinos and online casinos. These are fully functional freestanding machines with ball and claw feet, solid oak carved frames, and beautifully-furnished metal housing. It’s always important to check for damage, especially with the wood items.
Specs of Antique Slot Machines
The Antique range of slot machines are extremely expensive, and can retail at $19,000+ apiece. The original machines were created around 1906, and have a devout following among slot machine collectors and gaming experts. Many slot fans choose to refurbish their antique slot machines, to keep them in pristine condition. The antique slot machines business is a roaring trade, with a niche market of highly motivated buyers and sellers. Only the most skilled technical experts in slot machine restoration professionals can work in this arena, since customers are highly specific and detail oriented when it comes to these high-priced antiques. The typical weight of an antique slot machine ranges from 75 pounds through 100 pounds. Their dimensions are typically 16” x 16” x 28” in height.
Mills War Eagle Slot Machine Parts Catalog
There are many examples of popular antique slots, including the following:
Mills Slot Machine Repair Parts
- 1941 Mills Diamond Front
- Mills Hi-Top
- Mills Bursting Cherry
- 1938 Mills Roman Head 5 Cent
- 1946 Jennings Super Deluxe Club Chief
- 1935 Watling Coin Front 25 Cent
- 1947 Mills Black Cherry 5 Cent
- 1933 Watling Treasury 5 Cent
- 1948 Mills Blue Bell 10 Cent
- 1950 Pace Four Reel Harrah’s Club 10 Cent
The price of an antique slot machine may range from a few dollars to as much as $50,000 +, depending on its condition, rarity and how much the buyer is willing to pay for it. Many antique collectors seek these devices as decorative pieces, or as investments for posterity. The most common brand is Mills, both with its Golden Nugget slot machine and its Orange Front QT slot machine variants.
Slot Game Variety Over the Years
Believe it or not, various slots enthusiasts consider any slot machine created after 1930 as a contemporary slot machine, and not an antique. These contemporary machines are largely comprised of replacement parts, and many of them have been fully restored and tested. The cost of these machines is less than those with a limited number of replacement parts. If you’re looking to buy an antique slot machine, it is best to select a machine that is relatively untouched, and in its original mint condition. Once restoration work has begun, the perceived value of the machine diminishes. If you find an e-commerce platform selling a 1930s/40s slot machine under $3,000, it is likely a contemporary machine with replacement parts.
Mills Slot Machine Parts
The strict definition of an antique is a collectible object that has a high value because of its considerable age. In the United States, the Customs Service regards antiques as items that are at least 100 years old. With slot machine games, antiques are considered old-school slot games – typically the 3-reel classic slots. Nowadays, players can enjoy sophisticated HD slots with 5 spinning reels and hundreds of paylines. Video animation, 3D technology, and a virtual presence are worlds apart from the physical nature of antique slot machine games. Online slot games offer a modern-day perspective on this age-old pastime. You can still experience the classic slot titles online, except that now you have far more variety in every way.
