Gambling, Playing Cards, Coin-Op, & Advertising

A two-day auction kicks off our spring schedule. The first day will feature the collection of the late Robert Eisenstadt, who amassed thousands of casino and gambling chips including numerous rarities and uncommon sets that will be offered fresh to the market. In addition, desirable decks of playing cards such as transformation decks and early American printings will be offered. Vintage cheating paraphernalia and rare books on gambling and "advantage play" -- including a first edition of Erdnase's The Expert at the Card Table and F.R. Ritter's Combined Treatise on Advantage Card Play and Draw Poker -- will round out the session. Day two of the auction will feature coin-operated machines including slot machines, arcade games, and vending; vintage advertising including signs and figures; breweriana including beer taps and knobs; and a variety of vintage toys and collectibles. An extensive collection of pin-up and erotic photography including slides, negatives, and magazines from the 1950s-70s will also be included. Over 800 lots will be offered over the two days.