Jennings Sun Chief slot machine from 'American Pickers' sells for $240,000 at Milestone auction
A Jennings Sun Chief 25¢ slot machine featured on the TV show 'American Pickers' sold for $240,000 at Milestone's June 28 auction, eight times its high estimate of $30,000. The sale of antique and vintage amusements included nearly 1,000 lots from the collection of Rick Frink and other coin-op enthusiasts, totaling $802,000 with buyer's premium. The slot machine had a Las Vegas history and a TV appearance. Other top lots included rare light-up advertising signs and trade stimulators.
Key facts
- Jennings Sun Chief slot machine sold for $240,000
- High estimate was $30,000
- Auction held June 28 by Milestone
- Total sale reached $802,000 with buyer's premium
- Featured on 'American Pickers'
- Part of Rick Frink collection
- Nearly 1,000 lots offered
- Slot machine had Las Vegas history
Entities
Institutions
- Milestone
Locations
- Las Vegas
- United States