Method and apparatus for identifying winning and losing tokens u

Details Method and apparatus for identifying winning and losing tokens u Method and apparatus for identifying winning and losing tokens u

1991-06-18

1993-01-05

Layno, Benjamin H.

Amusement devices: games

Chance devices

Electric or magnetic

194319, 194346, A63F 900, G07D 508

Patent

active

051763800

ABSTRACT:
In a preferred embodiment, method and apparatus for identifying winning and losing tokens used in a promotion which includes a machine in which one of such tokens is placed. An eddy current sensor in the machine determines the composition of the alloy of which the token is made and identifies it as a "winner" or a "loser." If the token is a winner, the machine may hold the token for manual release and verification. In one aspect of the invention, a coupon is or other object is dispensed when the token is a winner.

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