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About Marc A. Hess
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Expertise
I can answere questions on coin operated vending machines and arcade machines such as antique gumball and peanut venders, slot machines, juke boxes and pinball and arcade machines

Experience
I have been collecting coin operated machines for over 20 years and maintain my own web page, www.thecoinopcollector.com

Organizations
Coin Op Collectors Association

Education/Credentials
I have a B.A. degree in history and political science and a Juris Doctorate degree

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Marc A. Hess 
In Category  Collectibles-General (Antiques)

SubjectDate Asked

Antique gumball machine or old peanut machine6/29/2008
  Q: I'm not sure. I got it from my mom and she said they always called it the Hance peanut machine. ...
  A: Yes I am very familiar w/ Hance machines. There are a number of different models of Hance machines, ...
Jennings Slot machines and a pinball machine4/25/2008
  Q: I have three Jennings slot machines - circa 1959. One is a 25 cent Nevada Club Buckaroo (4 dials), ...
  A: Dave Value depends in large part on condition. The 4 reel 25 cent Nevada Club is certainly the ...
Evans "Black Diamond" console slot4/11/2008
  Q: I just bought an Evans "Black Diamond" console slot machine. I've been unable to locate any ...
  A: Tom Sorry for the delay. Somehow I missed notice of your question. I am not sure where you can ...
Baseball machine3/31/2008
  Q: I am looking for a few types of machines. I am new to collecting machines and want to start out with ...
  A: Matt Start watching e-bay and check dealers like the Pa Gameroom Warehouse ...
antique peanut machine3/23/2008
  Q: My grandmother gave me an old green nut machine that says Northwestern. Can you tell me how old it ...
  A: Jennifer The Northwestern Company from Morris Il, made many different models of nut and gum ...
golf ball vending machine3/13/2008
  Q: I have a full size (floor model) golf ball vending machine which is in good shape and working ...
  A: Barney It would help to have pictures. If you have some would you please e-mail them to me so I ...
1946 Mills dime slot machine2/29/2008
  Q: How much would this weigh? Any estimated value? It is in working condition. ANSWER: Tim I need to ...
  A: OK assuming its a common Mills Dime Cherry front it probably weighs around 100 pounds, just a guess ...
Tom's Toasted Peanut Machine2/22/2008
  Q: We have a tall, red Tom's peanut vending machine. I would guess that the year would be late '50s. I ...
  A: Looks to be in real nice condition. I can't really give you a solid value for it but would ...
50s Chicago Coin Shuffle Bowling Machine2/21/2008
  Q: Considering the purchase of an early 50s Chicago Coin shuffle bowling machine, 6 player. In good to ...
  A: I think the owner should be almost willing to give you the machine for taking it off his hands. ...
tom's toasted peanut vending machine2/14/2008
  Q: WE found this machine in an old lumber yard. It is all original and in ok shape. I do not have the ...
  A: Catherine Looks to be in real nice condition. I am sure a locksmith can open it easily and then ...
Seeburg jukebox1/25/2008
  Q: I have a Seeburg Select-O-Matic, Model #HF100G, in good condition and was wondering what the value ...
  A: Carol It would help to see a picture and know if the machine is working. However, assuming truly ...
Watling Slot Machine1/21/2008
  Q: I have a rol a tor shot machine not 100% sure what year it is its blue seal double jackpot do you ...
  A: Heather The Watling Rol-a-Tor predates the Rol-a-Top and is from the mid 1930's around 1935. It ...
Jukebox value1/15/2008
  Q: Can you give me an approximate value for a Seeburg Jukebox, Model 147M. It has a wooden frame. In ...
  A: Dennis Your Seeburg juke is nicknamed the Trashcan. I can't put a value on it w/out seeing it but ...
Automatic stores penny candy macine1/7/2008
  Q: Marc, I have an old 1 cent candy machine and would like some information. I would like to know the ...
  A: Nathan I cannot find your machine in any of my reference books. However, it is very similar in ...
Old antique gumball machine / old antique peanut machine12/14/2007
  Q: I have an old antique gumball machine or peanut machine. Its a Columbus and I was told it is a ...
  A: The Columbus model A is a great old gumball machine / peanut machine. It is the classic antique old ...
Mills slots11/1/2007
  Q: I'm wondering on possible dates/values for two Mills slots. A nickel castle front and dime cherry ...
  A: Your Mills castle front is circa 1933. The cherry front is circa 1946. As for value there are a ...
bicycle gaming device9/2/2007
  Q: I have in my possession a device that I know nothing about. It is boxed in hardwood with glass sides ...
  A: Mike First I have no control over whether your question is published on the web or not. In fact, I ...
Antique Victor Gumball Machine8/20/2007
  Q: I have an old Victor gumball machine that I have had for 20 years. The top is oak and glass, and ...
  A: Ann Without actually seeing the machine it sounds like you have a Victor Baby Grand that someone ...
peerless penny scale7/24/2007
  Q: I have a blue porcelain lollipop penny scale, and am in need of a key to open the back to adjust the ...
  A: A lock smith should be able to pick the lock but may not be able to re-key it. You may have to put ...
gumball machine7/23/2007
  Q: "I am in possession of a peanut or gum ball machine. on the front it says patented 03/08/04 and ...
  A: Mike Please send me pictures at jomax9@hotmail.com and I will try to identify your machine w/ some ...
Flying Carpet 1972 pinball machine6/28/2007
  Q: I'm interested in finding out the current value of a Gottlieb 1972 Flying Carpet (electromachanical) ...
  A: Your machine is listed in one 2003 price guide at $525 in good working condition. That would ...
Tom's toasted peanut machine6/19/2007
  Q: I recently acquired this machine. It is about 5.5 ft tall and 30 inches wide. It has a price on it ...
  A: Kathy I have seen a few of these machines but cannot tell you what they are bringing these days in ...
Watling Rol-A-Tor Blue Seal slot machine4/30/2007
  Q: I have a Watling Rol-A-Tor Blue Seal slot machine, c. 1935, nickel play, with twin jackpot design. ...
  A: David With the back door off put a coin in, pull the handle and then when the wheels are spinning ...
Watling Rol-A-Tor Blue Seal slot machine4/30/2007
  Q: I have a Watling Rol-A-Tor Blue Seal slot machine, c. 1935, nickel play, with twin jackpot design. ...
  A: David Unfortunately I am not going to be able to diagnose and tell you how to repair your machine ...
fortune/scale machine4/12/2007
  Q: I have an American Scale Mfg.Company Coin operated scale and fortune machine. I have no idea about ...
  A: I looked at the pictures and while scales are not my strong area I think I can say your scale is not ...
Perfection Blow Gum Machine1/29/2007
  Q: I have an old perfection blow gum machine. The globe is in great shape and it works fine. The base ...
  A: Without more information and a picture its hard to say exactly what machine you have and what the ...
Williams Ambush1/6/2007
  Q: I have a 1973 Williams Ambush that is collecting dust. Paint chipping a little but last time I ...
  A: Without seeing the machine in person and playing it, it would be very hard to give a value. If ...
Antique gumball pricing11/26/2006
  Q: I have an old gumball machine on a stand that my dad had bought for me years ago. It is painted red ...
  A: Without seeing a picture it would be hard to say for certain but it sounds like you are describing ...

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