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Irish Whiskey John Jameson Coin Operated Vending Machine Dispenser 1970's

$ 792

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Drink Type: Irish Whisky
  • Theme: Distillery
  • Date of Creation: 1971
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Brand: Jameson
  • Condition: Super rare 1971 Irish whiskey vending machine. Machine was part of dead stock. Unused for 51 years so the internal mechanics will need someone with experience of vending machines to recondition. Video and photo tutorial on restoration available.

    Description

    Jameson Whiskey Vending Machine, 1971
    Quite possibly the best invention of the 1970's!
    This vending machine was designed to dispense whiskey (1/3 gill) measure on a coin operated basis. A small number were designed for use in bars and pubs around Ireland in 1971. There are two windows/whiskey compartments.
    Instruction panel below coin slot reads as follows:
    "INSERT KEY ABOVE & TURN CLOCKWISE
    CHECK THAT OPTIC IS FULL & THE SOLD OUT LIGHT IS NOT ILLUMINATED
    PLACE GLASS ON REST UNDER DRINK REQUIRED
    INSERT CORRECT COINS
    THIS MACHINE SUPPLIES 1/3 GILL MEASURES"
    Information at glass rest reads as follows:
    "NOT FOR USE BY PERSONS UNDER AGE 18. THIS MACHINE VENDS 1/3 GILL MEASURES."
    Coin Slot reads: "3 x 10p"
    Nice compact size.
    Dimensions:
    - Height: 68cm
    - Width: 43cm
    - Depth: 40cm
    - Electrically powered.
    - Complete with keys.
    - Takes old Irish 10p coins.
    This machine was designed to dispense whiskey in public places on a coin operated basis (3 x 10p coins per whiskey). It is the only vending machine in the world designed to serve straight whiskey. The machine was dead stock and has never been used. Having spent the last 51 years in its box the internal mechanics will need someone to recondition to working order if desired. Video and photo restoration instructions available.
    The machine accepts 1960's - 1980's Irish 10p coins
    (coins included).
    3 x 10p coins per glass of Jameson.
    It has a light oak finish and comes complete with keys.
    Superb display and conversation piece for a pub or home bar. Only in Ireland would you find such an invention. A must have for any whiskey enthusiast or collector. Better investment than gold or silver. Great conversation piece for a home bar/ public bar/ designer pub as a nostalgic feature from a bygone era. Don't miss it! You will never find another!
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