AboutTom Novitski Expertise I am able to answer questions on old coin operated machines. These include vending machines such as gumball or peanut or other machines such as trade stimulators that did not dispense a product but were positioned on a store's counter to bring in customers or stimulate trade. I specialize in machines by Pulver, Zeno, and Mansfield and also any old cast iron or wood machines.
Experience I have been collecting these type of machines for about 10 years and have traveled the country to antique shows and auctions.
Organizations Coin operated collectors association
Education/Credentials I have learned about many of these machines from traveling to view the collections of others.
Question could you tell me if it would take away from the value of the machine if i painted it to refresh it or should i leave the machine just as it is? also, could you tell me the aproxamite value of this machine?
Answer Hi,
Most collectors prefer coin operated machines in original condition. However, some machines in poor condition may benefit from repainting. Your machine would be one that would probably end up in a game room and so it may be easier to sell being all bright and shiny.
Most Toms machines sell for 100-500.
