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Gavels ‘N Paddles: Mills double Dewey slot, $41,310, James D. Julia

Gavels ‘N Paddles: Mills double Dewey slot, $41,310, James D. Julia

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by Ken Hall
A massive and rare Mills double Dewey slot machine that allows players to wager both nickels and quarters on the same unit sold for $41,310 at an Antique Advertising, Toy & Doll Auction held June 19 by James D. Julia Auctioneers in Fairfield, Me. Also, a rare Caille Busy Bee trade stimulator went out at $27,337; an all-original Western Union ticker tape machine with aged brass components realized $11,542; and a lovely French 26-inch-tall EJA Jumeau doll with piercing blue eyes knocked down at $10,327. Prices include an 18.5 percent buyer’s premium.

Gavels ‘N Paddles: Mills double Dewey slot, $41,310, James D. Julia