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My parents have had an old slot machine sitting in their house that I can't find too much about. The most info I can find is that it's made by Mills Novelty and has the Bursting Cherry design on the front. The part where I get stuck and can't find anything about is that it's a penny machine. All the other Bursting Cherry machines I've seen online are nickle, dime, or quarter. Anyone know anything about this machine? I'll try to get some pics of it soon.

Thanks!

Hi,
The Mills machine that you refer to, was available in the penny denomination also. They just aren't as common as a nickel, dime or quarter machine. You have a desireable machine, my friend.
Have a "GREAT" Coin-op Day!
Regards,
Jerry (tsparts4u)

Mills Bursting Cherry slot machines were made in all denominations from 1¢ all the way to 50¢. I have owned several in all denominations.

Maybe the more interesting question is; what payout do you have?
Apparently, the Cherry Bell started out with a 3/10 payout, then later reverted to the standard 3/5.
I guess operators didn't want the higher pay; I think the players probably liked it.

Hey all,

Thanks for the responses...I had no idea that there even where any until now. I've attached some pics of my machine (I know it needs some restoration work). Anyone have an idea about this thing? Value when restored or if it's actually as rare as I think it is since I can't find a penny version online? Also, I already know that even though the copyright says 1910 I think the machine is from the 30s or 40s.

Thanks!

The fruit symbols on the reel strips were copyrighted in 1910, not your machine. You are correct on your guess, late 30's or early 40's. If it was a 10 cent Bursting Cherry the value would be, in my opinion, $1100 to $1200. A penny denomination will probably add $500 or $600 to that.

Watlingboy