{"product_id":"antique-advertising-vari-vend-wall-mounted-candy-bars-vending-machine-c-1960","title":"Antique Advertising - Vari-Vend Wall Mounted Candy Bars Vending Machine c.1960","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Advertising - Vari-Vend Wall Mounted Candy Bars Vending Machine c.1960\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid 20th Century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eA highly collectible Vari-Vend wall mounted candy bar vending machine. Finished in its eye-catching original white blue, and red, this machine features period advertising reading \"Nationally Known Candy Bars\" and features graphics for Planters Jumbo Block Peanut Candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDesigned for wall mounting, the machine was operated by inserting a 5 cent coin and turning the side knob to dispense a candy bar. The machine is currently working without the need to put a coin in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe front graphics include the slogan \"Enjoy Some Every Day\" and the \"when empty coin returns here\" instructions. The vending machine would have been displayed in various public settings, encouraging and increasing the sales of the confectionery item. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eManufactured by the \u003cstrong\u003eVari-Vend Corporation of Los Angeles, California\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece is an example of mid century commercial design. Its compact proportions and vibrant graphics make it an outstanding display item for collectors of advertising items, coin-operated machines and vintage shop fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe front has the original working key that enables the front panel to be removed, giving access to the interior. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eA lovely decorative items for a home interior, games room, man cave or within a retro inspired retail setting such as a sweet \/ confectionery store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 15cm x 11.5cm x Height 47cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Nice vintage order. Displays well. The machine is functioning without the need \/ use of a coin. Im not too sure how it should work but looks like the inside is complete so might need some adjusting to get it back on use with a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003ecoin . \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem no. 9150\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54384717103446,"sku":null,"price":479.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/IMG_0853.jpg?v=1782813277","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/antique-advertising-vari-vend-wall-mounted-candy-bars-vending-machine-c-1960","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}