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Penny arcades

Scope note

Denotes amusement facilities that contain mechanical entertainment devices originally operated for a penny per play.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30007209

Broader Terms used

amusement arcades

Term used for

arcades, penny

Equivalent Terms used

penny arcade

Created

13yrs ago

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