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Apple concealing a gambling wheel / polychrome wood / c. 1900

An apple a day…keeps the gambling hidden away? Antique trompe l’oeil treen turned wooden apple containing a horse race gambling wheel game, c. turn of the 20th century. Spins like a top with original ball, good working order. Patent No. 36406. Place your bets in the lunch room without fear of discovery.

Condition

Very good antique condition with minor scratches and paint loss to apple exterior. Missing one of the gambling chips.

Measurements

3 inches wide

3 inches tall

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