1899 Antique Cutler - Hammer Mfg Co Early Electric Voltage Regulator Rheostat
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:18127854 | Brand: Cutler-Hammer |
Up for auction is this 1899 Cutler-Hammer Mfg Co Early Electric Voltage Regulator Rheostat. This device was used to control the flow of electricity and would be attached to a wall. This was used in a Masonic Lodge in Mound City, Missouri to dim the lights for events such as dances and dinners. This is an amazing piece of early American electrical history. Made of cast iron and copper. Has original brass tag that reads:THE CUTLER-HAMMER MFG. CO.MILWAUKEE, WISVOLTS 220 ... MAX. AMPS. 2.5 6216 C.P.L'TS 10 CAT. NO. 24212SER. NO. 328869 PAT'D. FEB. 27, 1899 Very old and does have some wear from age/use but remains in nice shape. Handle moves freely. One leg is bent slightly and wooden handle is missing. Measures approximately 12 1/2" in diameter (not including handle).Would make for great Steampunk or industrial machine age decor.
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* Item is described to the best of my knowledge.
* NO International sales.
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* Please look at all the pictures closely as this is most of my description.
* Antique items are sold as described, not as new.
* I try to mail items out the next day after payment.
Thank you for looking!
* Please ask questions BEFORE bidding.
* Item is described to the best of my knowledge.
* NO International sales.
* Winning bidder please respond within 3 days and payment within 7 days after end of auction.
* Please look at all the pictures closely as this is most of my description.
* Antique items are sold as described, not as new.
* I try to mail items out the next day after payment.
Thank you for looking!
