dollhouse Miniature Coin Operated Bulldozer Arcade game SIDEWALK ENGINEER-

Description

Coin operated games became popular in penny arcades in the 40's and 50's. These were a game of skill with no prizes offered, avoiding legal problems involving gambling. Typically the customer would remotely drive a bulldozer, showing sand, gravel or cinders around for a few minutes.   Lentil beans were chosen because the did not germinate, but needed to swap out every two years to avoid insets. These machines were made by  Chicago Coin co and or Williams, both of Chicago.
They were somewhat of the next generation of arcade games beyond the peep show and mutoscopes. They were intended to appeal to young kids.
This miniature version would make a nice addition to your penny arcade or other miniature project. It is non-functional, but visually appealing. built to 1" = 1 foot scale.
measures about 3 1/4 wide, 1 1/2" deep, and 2 3/4" tall.
they are purposely grungy and old looking with dirty windows as though they might have languished in a barn somewhere in Iowa after being retired from amusement park duty .
The first ARCADE
machines
probably were made in the 1890s, and the first electric coin-operated
machines
in about 1910. T
he machines and the penny arcade was inspired by my past love and memories of Riverview Amusement Park, Belmont and Western in Chicago 1907-1967.
In today's different world, please join me with my love for these old machines.
buy today or make an offer. Stay well. be safe.
LEGAL SCHMEGAL STUFF
You will not receive the background , floor or ruler
This is a custom designed adult collectible miniature.  Miniatures are by their very nature somewhat fragile. They are not intended for children and not a toy. They are a potential choke hazard. Nothing is edible (unless you are a goat)
About me:
This cool arcade machine was carefully built by me, a miniaturist right here in the United States. I maintain a non-smoking,  no pet environment. (unless you count my  service goat).  I have been building  and displaying award winning miniatures since 1990 in several states.
I have 100% positive feedback and have been selling on eBay since 2006. . Please let me know if I can answer any of your questions.  I hope that your experience with this item you purchase is as rewarding as my joy in designing and building it.
I would appreciate positive feedback if you are satisfied with your purchase. If you are not satisfied, please let me know and allow me the opportunity to make it right.
Payment:
Payment within 2 days is appreciated.  Payment must be received no later than 5 days after the auction closes. If you cannot pay within this time period, please contact me with information on how you would like to purchase the item. If payment is not received, and/or contact has not been made within this time period, the sale will be canceled.
Packing and Shipping:
I make every effort to pack items carefully (using recycled & recyclable materials whenever possible) to ensure your miniature or other item arrives safely & intact.  On small items, I generally ship via USPS, first class if under 13 ounces,  which provides tracking. There are reports of USPS delays lately, but I have had heard of no problems with my shipments. Just be aware that delays could occur especially in weather or wildfire affected areas.