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QUESTION: I have inherited, what I think is a 1954 Williams pinball machine. It is wooden, lights up, needs some restoration . Over all in good condition. Help what do I have and what might it be worth?
ANSWER: Hi,
can you email a picture ?
Thanks
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QUESTION: Here is a picture from the front. I have additional pictures I can send if needed.
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Hi Sharon,
I discussed your pinball with someone who is more knowledgeable than me on pinballs. In fact, he wrote a book on pinballs. He said the theme of your game is not very collectible as compared to sports type themes,etc and that your machine in working condition would be valued at around 350.00. You may be able to get more on Ebay.
Hope that helps.
Tom
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Tom 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.
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