Numbers

The Allied Amusement Company's Numbers pinball machine, manufactured in June 1935, holds a place in the annals of early pinball history. As an electromechanical (EM) machine from a company that operated only briefly (1934-1935), it represents a snapshot of the many small manufacturers experimenting with electromechanical designs during pinball's formative years.

While details on specific gameplay features are scarce, it's clear that as an EM game, Numbers likely relied on a combination of mechanical relays and electrical contacts to trigger various events, but without more information, we can only speculate on the specifics. Nonetheless, its existence as an EM machine from this era makes it a fascinating artifact for pinball enthusiasts.

Unfortunately, there is little to no additional information available about the design, art, or theme of the Numbers machine. Its unadorned appearance suggests that Allied Amusement Company may have opted for a more straightforward design approach, focusing on functionality over aesthetics. Still, its rarity and historical significance make it an intriguing find for collectors and historians, offering a tangible connection to the early days of pinball's development.