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ADAMS PEPSIN TUTTI FRUTTI VENDOR.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Toys Start Price:2,250.00 USD Estimated At:4,500.00 - 8,500.00 USD
ADAMS PEPSIN TUTTI FRUTTI VENDOR.
An exceptional turn of the century 2 column gum vendor in as found, all original, untouched condition. At first glance one would perceive this to be just another nice example of a vending machine. Upon examination and studying this particular item one becomes enthralled with a strong desire to own it. 1) Original wood finish in a deep red which has some alligatoring with age. 2) Behind the full front porcelain panel, upon opening the front door the original paper label indicates how to load, replace and maintain this particular machine along with the name of the maker/operator (RAILWAY AUTOMATIC SALES COMPANY, BROOKLYN N.Y.). 3) Interior of machine shows the 2 japanned tin columns, each with a label, one indicating chocolate only the other indicating gum only. Another paper label inside indicates this machine is the property of "RAILWAY AUTOMATIC SALES". At the base are the two original japanned tin money boxes. 4) Perhaps the most important and interesting features are the full porcelain sides with advertising for multiple products from this machine. 5) Still retains the original wall mounting brackets on real wall of machine. On the bottom of the front panel were 2 rectangular windows which have been painted over, more than likely updated whenever a new product was introduced. A light cleaning to the porcelain sides, waxing of wood and light cleaning and lubrication of mechanism would certainly bring out the beauty of this piece. SIZE: 29" l x 5" d x 10-1/2" w. CONDITION: As described above. Phenomenal original condition with only a few minor chips on the front porcelain panel. It does not get any better than this! 1-13317