Steampunk Industrial / Electrical Meter / Gauge / Whitney Electrical Instrument / lamp #4878

Ready to ship - Lamp pictured ships in 48 business hours Antique Whitney Electrical Instrument Co. Ammeter – Circa 1900 An exceptional piece of early American electrical history, this antique DC ammeter was manufactured by the Whitney Electrical Instrument Company of Penacook, New Hampshire, around the turn of the 20th century. Featuring an incredibly detailed, ornate cast-metal face, raised lettering, decorative scrollwork, and a beautifully aged copper-toned gauge, this remarkable instrument represents the craftsmanship of America's early electrical age. Originally designed to measure direct electrical current up to 600 amperes, instruments of this type were used in early industrial electrical systems, power-generating facilities, and electrical installations. More than a century old, this impressive instrument retains its authentic aged patina and industrial character. Mounted on a custom black iron pipe stand, it makes a striking display piece for collectors of early electrical equipment, industrial antiques, and steampunk décor. Estimated Era: 1890–1915 Manufacturer: Whitney Electrical Instrument Co. Location: Penacook, New Hampshire, USA Instrument: 0–600 Amp DC Ammeter Serial Number: 15132 Lamp #4878 Each lamp has a unique serial number and is signed, (serial numbers can be tracked on our website) Copyrighted design, We will register this design with the copyright office as a work of art/sculpture Industrial power pull chain on/off switch Assembled with various plumbing pipe fittings, some new and some old Stands ~18" tall, 7w very solid and well built, weighs about 12lbs Three wire power system, with approved connectors and wiring, with a ground wire added for safety