The Hidden Treasures Inside Were More Than Just Rare
She pulled back more of the tarp, uncovering multiple antique vending machines—some nearly as tall as she was. Dusty but remarkably well-preserved, the machines featured brass handles, hand-painted logos, and tiny coin slots. At first, she thought they were elaborate decorations. But a quick online search told her otherwise.
These were not just antiques—they were historic marvels. She called in a local collector to verify. Within an hour, his jaw dropped. “Do you know what you have here?” he asked. “Some of these machines haven’t been seen in decades.”
Each machine had its own story. One was a tonic dispenser from 1912 that played a melody as it served drinks. Another featured a carousel of flavored gums. One even dispensed chocolate from a temperature-controlled box—technology far ahead of its time. Combined, they were valued at nearly half a million dollars.
She had stumbled upon a private museum. And every piece was hers.