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1950’s Wilbur's Clark's Desert Inn Miniature Roulette Table Model-Patent Applied on at https://www.ebay.com/itm/324752172909
This 70 year old Miniature Roulette Table model from the 1950’s (patent applied for) of Wilbur Clark’s Desert Inn, Las Vegas, Nevada. Wilbur Clark designed the roulette wheels which were engineered to improve player visibility.
“The design was originated by Mr. Wilbur Clark especially for the Casino of the Desert Inn and this casino’s furniture has been acclaimed as the most beautiful in the world. These models are handcrafted by master craftsmen.”
Miniature Roulette Table from the 1950's given to high rollers of Wilbur Clark's Desert Inn, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Clark planned the roulette wheels which were designed to improve player visibility.
The plaque Reads:
Wilbur Clark's
DESERT INN
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
PATENT APPLIED FOR
This is a sturdy roulette table made of wood and metal. The green felt has some spots and has faded over time. It is missing the brass end caps on the center beam of wood. The roulette wheel has been replaced and is a very close duplicate to the original..
The table measures 17½" long by 10¼" wide and 8½" tall.
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I am starting this auction with a low opening bid for this historical piece of gaming history.
This item does not come along very often (maybe every decade) and would make a great addition to any casino collector's group.
Thanks and good luck!
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