Gambling Collectibles

This authentic reproduction even includes the special roll-over fold, just like the original which was published in 1912. More than 35 illustrations of various arcade and amusement machines grace the pages of this unique catalog. Included are scales, peep shows, lung and strength testers, electricity devices, candy/peanut vendors, pedestals and money changers. Printed on glossy paper with multi-color cover, 5 3/4" x 7 /12", saddle-stitched.1978

CASINO LISTING FOR COLLECTORS

Dice collecting is a popular pastime, with the growth of gaming around the world. This book, newly uncovered in the GBC warehouse, presents the basic background a person needs to create a satisfying hobby. Includes buying, selling and trading. 107 pgs, 1988

Jay has produced a labor of love for anyone who wants to know more about the history of dice, their origins, how they're made, how they decay, and how people have cheated with them since the ancient days. He and photographer Rosamond Purcell concentrate on celluloid dice (the first commercially manufactured plastic), which remain stable for decades, which eventually begin to crack, crystallize and implode. This book if for the historian, the true aficionado of often hard to obtain information...

A very valuable book for indentifying slot machines and Trade Stimulators as to manufacturer, date, rarity and value. Included are comments for most machines as to operation and history. 248 Pgs 1995

If you wonder just what that old book, gaming equipment catalog, postcard, gambling movie poster, even certain punchboards and playing cards are worth, youll find a guide to them in general worth (since condition of the item and scarcity affects value.) But it is the tremendous color reproductions of the books, posters, equipment, in balance with their descriptions, that make this book a potential collectible by itself. 160 pgs, 1993

More of a history book than an indicator of value for spectators. If you've ever found a chip, check or token with a unique name or design and wondered how old it was, where it was issued (address, city and state are listed in many cases, along with the year the establishment opened or closed, if known), you'll find it here. 424 pgs, 1998

Contains a history of these collectibles, defines what the redeemable premium tokens are, what display premiums are and offers a list of definitions of terms used by collectors to describe tokens, their markings and condition. Discusses how minting procedures affect tokens, types of tokens, variations, grading, condition and prices. The book is illustrated, with sections on $2, $3, $7, $28 silver strike tokens, another on $10 tokens and a final section focusing on $20, $40, $200 tokens. 315...

Begins with a definitions, distinctions and a short history of gaming checks and chips with a chronology of development, manufacturing styles and composition. Later sections include illustrations of checks and chips. Illustrations include manufacturer's individual designs and groupings, colors and monogram styles. Information on dating and pricing chips and a list of check mold descriptions and codes. 66 Pgs. 2008

This is a reprint of a catalog issued by the Mills Slot Machine Company. Contains some history of the company and its machines, plus photos of the company's products: ice-cream, Coca Cola, and change machines; coin counter; and coin machine tool kit. 33 pgs.

The puzzling complexity of the Jennings slot machine has led to the most comprehensive work ever published about any mechanical slot machine. This gigantic book is specifically directed to the owner of any three-reel Jennings bell slot machine manufactured after 1931 with the exception of the LITTLE DUKE. However, the reader will find that work on most other Jennings machines manufactured prior to 1932 can be managed successfully. Over 450 photographs are accompanied by step-by-step...

This comprehensive book is specifically directed to the owner of any full-size, three-reel Mills bell machine manufactured after 1920, including the puzzling bonus, new bonus and futurity models. However, the knowledge gained from this book will enable the reader to work on all previously manufactured Mills machines. Over 500 detailed photographs are accompanied by step-by-step instructions for all routine maintenance operations as well as complete assembly, disassembly, overhaul, lubrication...

Although dealing with all models from M/742 through M/1206 manufactured from 1963 to 1981, this book specifically covers the four basic types of Bally machines: Single coin, five coin multiplier, three-line and five-line criss-cross. However, the knowledge gained from this book will enable the reader to work on a great many other Bally machines. Over 300 detailed photographs, 94 isolated circuit diagrams and four complete, large, fold-out schematics (printed on colored paper for ease in...

This comprehensive book is specifically directed to the owner of any full-size, three-reel Mills bell machine manufactured after 1920, including the puzzling Bonus, New Bonus and Futurity models. However, the knowledge gained from this book will enable the reader to work on all previously manufactured Mills machines. Over 500 detailed photographs are accompanied by step-by-step instructions for all routine maintenance operations as well as complete assembly, dis-assembly, overhaul, lubrication...

This comprehensive book is specifically directed to the owner of any full-size, three-reel Mills bell machine manufactured after 1920, including the puzzling Bonus, New Bonus and Futurity models. However, the knowledge gained from this book will enable the reader to work on all previously manufactured Mills machines. Over 500 detailed photographs are accompanied by step-by-step instructions for all routine maintenance operations as well as complete assembly, disassembly, overhaul, lubrication...

SSS Publishing are also the owners of The Gaming Table - The only worldwide reference to gaming establishments. Many collectors find TGT to be an invaluable tool in identifying their mystery chips. With over 30,000 worldwide listings of casinos as well as many addresses and dates of operation this is an invaluable resource. 536 Pgs. 2009

This is the only worldwide guide to gambling establishments, licensed and unlicensed, past & present. Over 31,000 establishments are listed together with records for many monogrammed chips! Many thousands of changes were made since this book was last published in 2009. A must for all casino chip collectors. 488 Pgs. Spiral-bound 2012

The long anticipated, completely revised 4th edition has with over 2,100 chips illustrated, many never published before, with updated listings for hundreds more. Includes updated values, variations, and recently released casino chips from top collections, some available only for this publication. In all $5 million dollars worth of chips are priced in 3 different grades, following CC>CC standards From the first edition (published in 1999) until now, collecting and investing in casino chips...