Antique Board Game – “Spin Jenny” Spinning Top Game (1910)

A Rare Edwardian Era Find

This Antique Board Game is an original example of Spin Jenny, a rare British game made in 1910 by Robert Brothers of Gloucestershire. The name was almost certainly inspired by the famous Spinning Jennyweaving machine, invented in 1764 by James Hargreaves. More than a pastime, this piece of social history is now highly collectable and seldom found in such complete condition.

How the Game Was Played

The Antique Board Game centres on a concave wooden board with nine holes, each marked with a colour and point value. Players take turns spinning a top in the middle of the board, scattering nine wooden balls across the surface. Points are scored depending on the hole into which each ball falls, with double points for colour matches. A full sweep earns a bonus of 20 points. The first player to reach an agreed total is declared the winner.

Condition and Details

This set includes one original board 19cm in diameter, spinning top and three wooden balls. While it is unclear if this is the full count, this Antique game remains playable. The board retains its retailer’s stamp, reading Langley & Co, Toyland, Prince of Wales Road, Norwich. The box shows wear and some tatty areas, but its survival after more than a century adds to its charm and provenance.

This Antique Board Game – Spin Jenny is a rare survivor, offering both display appeal and historic value for collectors.