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1957 Genco Horoscope Grandma Fortune Teller
Marvelous coin op is the finest of the later fortune tellers. Horoscope Grandma has the classic gypsy look. The details are magnificent, from the early molded plastic hood with hand-painted lettering, to her period clothing which is in excellent condition. The sides have been repainted to a superior “spacey” pattern by the establishment she sat in. The horoscope front has been replaced with a repro and has been photoshopped on as it needs to be trimmed down to fit. The front labels have had some restoration but this piece is o/w original. She lights up but is not working at the moment. When working, a coin is dispensed and Genco Horoscope Grandma moves her head, moves both hands, and breathes. The hoppers inside rotates until the right scroll horoscope is delivered into the tray out front. There are thirteen different drawers, one for each of the twelve month horoscope rolls, and a 13th drawer for the fortune roll. The horoscopes and fortunes are rolled up into small plastic tubes. If a nickel is inserted, a fortune is dispensed. If a dime is inserted, the user-selected horoscope (or fortune!) is dispensed. Included with the Grandma are many of the original paper fortunes in original canisters. A wonderful display piece in either working or non-working condition. Stands about 80" tall. Sold "as is" condition wise with no returns.
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