I came across an article published last year that summarized the 10 most valuable Playboy magazine editions of all time. The magazinesĪs for the magazines, like anything, the more rare the edition is, the greater the value. The same consignor also had a “Bunny” slot machine, not affiliated with Playboy, but with a similar look, that sold at auction for $255 with buyer’s premium. The machine also had a mechanical Centerfold that opened and closed, along with several other unique playfield mechanisms that revealed beautiful women. Stern Pinball pretty much thought of it all - the pinball machine challenged players to collect Playboy Rabbit Heads, to complete a calendar year of Playmates and experience “Mansion Mania.” Every guy’s dream, right? It generated more than 1,000 online views and we had a lot of interest from bidders who came to preview it and bid live on auction day.
What happens next if there is a sale is anyone’s guess, but I would not be surprised if we see an increase in the number of bidders trying to buy up Playboy collectibles now, in anticipation of value going up.Ī few weeks ago, we sold a 2002 Playboy pinball machine manufactured by Stern Pinball for $1,890, including buyer’s premium. I can tell you that Playboy is a brand that does well at auctions. Now, with this latest news that Hefner wants to sell, should collectors sell, too, or should they hang on to their vintage magazines, matchbooks, trading cards, bunny lighters, bunny drink stirrers, mugs and more?ĭare I make a prediction? Doing well at auctions Back then, some collectors questioned if that decision would make their old magazines more valuable. It was a big shock in October 2015 when the magazine announced it would no longer feature fully naked women in its magazines. One of the big stories last week that may have gotten overshadowed by international news and local election news was the fact that Playboy Enterprises is exploring a sale, which could fetch more than $500 million for the entire company, including Hugh Hefner’s famous mansion. Collecting Treasures: With the latest news that Hugh Hefner wants to sell, should collectors sell, too, or should they hang on to their vintage items?
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