Description
This rare piece of early South African electrical history features an antique Sangamo Watthour electricity meter (Serial No. 6270464) from the 1915–1928 era. Imported during the early Johannesburg electrification and mining boom by premier suppliers Hubert Davies & Co Ltd (HUDACO), this Type D style meter features a classic black enamel finish, crisp "Kilowatt Hours" lettering, and a highly collectible four-dial clock face layout.
The entire unit is mounted inside its original, solid oak protective cabinet showing a rich historical patina. The hinged cabinet door features an intact oval glass viewing window and an authentic lock escutcheon (exterior handle missing as noted). Perfect for industrial museums, Eskom history collectors, or unique man cave displays, this century-old piece provides a tangible connection to early 20th-century industrial utility infrastructure.
Physical Dimensions: 28cm Height x 22cm Width x 18cm Depth
Weight: approx. 5.8 kg
Please note: the table and any other items displayed are for illustration purposes only and not included.