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1930's Atlas Dr. Pepper Counter Cooler | Dr Pepper11 of 68 |  |  |
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Here is an old Dr. Pepper counter cooler that I recently inherited. The paint is in rough shape especially on the lid. This 1930's Dr. Pepper Atlas Counter Cooler was used in small Mom & Pop locations where a soda machine would be too large.
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What is an estimated value on this? I just passed on one at our local Flea Market. He wanted $75.00, I offered $50.00 but he wouldn't budge. Just a little better sahape than the one you have shown.
I'm not sure on the value but these coolers seem to be fairly rare. I would think $75 would be a good price for this cooler.