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Circa 1910 Dynamo Electric Motor in The Manner of Thomas Edison’s Iconic Design. This Dynamo is supported by a thick, heavy cast brass base. “Louis Pegala Peru” is inscribed on the base. I was advised by a knowledgeable collector that this motor is from circa 1910. This motor may have been refinished in the past. The black finish displays nicely. This is an extremely well crafted piece. Tested and does not run.

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Update: This fan is now offered with two blades. The brass blade is the perfect donor to serve as the base for the original fan reconstruction. Extremely RARE 1890s Thomas A. Company “C” Frame Style Motor Fan – Must-Have for Collectors. Up for sale is an incredibly rare find – a genuine gem from the 1890s, the Thomas A. Company “C” Frame style motor fan with serial number #6177. This is a must-have for any serious collector, offering a unique glimpse into the craftsmanship of the past. This fan is presented in its original condition, having never been on the market in this state. It’s a testament to its authenticity, with a history that likely includes attempts at fixing, cleaning, or modifications. Some parts are missing, while others may be incorrect. Please carefully review the provided pictures, which accurately depict the fan’s current condition. Despite any imperfections, it has served as a captivating eye-catcher and conversation piece on a bookshelf. The rotor moves freely, with nuts and springs in working order. It’s an ideal item for professional restorers looking to showcase their skills and share a piece of history with the world. Throughout its almost 140 years, this fan has been a unique addition to our collection. As we embark on a change of homes, we believe it’s time to pass this remarkable artifact on to a new owner. Determining the value of such a rare item is challenging, considering its historical significance and limited availability. This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of history that cannot be easily replicated. We are happy to provide any details to ensure that this fan finds its way to a collector who will appreciate its uniqueness. Thank you for considering this extraordinary item.

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Larry & Carole Meeker. Antiques of a Mechanical Nature. Genuine Antique & Vintage Collectible Electrical Devices. Edison Battery Powered Electric Fan Motor. This sale is for the Thomas A. Edison Electric Battery Fan Motor pictured. It has seen considerable use and still looks good. There has been some paint loss. Lots of the gold highlighting decoration remains. No blade or cage. Nickeled ID tag with no serial number on side. Pics tell the story. What you see is what you get. Please look at all the pics to see the details and condition. They are an important part of the description!! Enjoy and Good Luck! We are full time antique dealers who have been at this for over 30 years. Our descriptions and our photos are never designed to misrepresent or over-embellish our merchandise. The free listing tool. The item “Antique Thomas A. Edison Battery Powered Electric Fan no Blade or Cage” is in sale since Thursday, June 13, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “theantiquemerchant” and is located in Gold Country. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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Larry & Carole Meeker. Antiques of a Mechanical Nature. Genuine Antique & Vintage Collectible Electrical Devices. Edison Battery Powered Electric Fan w/ Blade & Cage. This sale is for the super nice Thomas A. Edison Battery Powered Electric Fan w/ Blade & Cage pictured. This minty nice looking example of a rare and desirable battery powered Edison Fan is the nicest I have ever handled. This fan was carefully cleaned and beautifully restored to original running condition by a well known restorer and recognized authority on Edison Fans. It is as nice as one could ask for. It has a 6 blade fan blade that is properly marked Edison on each blade. 6 blade Edison Fans are much rarer than the much more commonly seen unmarked 4 blade version typically seen. The brass basket style cage looks great. The Edison ID tag with no serial number is on the side. Again, as nice as one could ever ask for. Pics tell the story. What you see is what you get. Please look at all the pics to see the details and condition. They are an important part of the description!! Enjoy and Good Luck! We are full time antique dealers who have been at this for over 30 years. Our descriptions and our photos are never designed to misrepresent or over-embellish our merchandise. The free listing tool. The item “Antique Thomas A. Edison Battery Powered Electric Fan with Blade & Cage Condition” is in sale since Thursday, June 13, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “theantiquemerchant” and is located in Gold Country. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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HERE IS A NICE ORIGINAL FINISH EARLY EDISON ELECTRIC BI-POLAR MOTOR WITH 6 WING BRASS BLADE. AND GOLD STRIPPING WITH THOMAS A. EDISON SIGNATURE AS SHOWN. HAS ORIGINAL SIX WING BRASS BLADE WITH EACH BLADE STAMPED’ EDISON MFG. CIRCA 1895 THIS MODEL IS EARLIER THAN ONES WITH SERIAL NUMBER ON TAG AND DIFFERENT STRIPE DETAIL AS COMPARED TO LATER MODELS. HAS ORIGINAL THUMB SCREW ON OFF TYPE SWITCH. ALL CAST IRON WITH 3 FOOTED BASE, SOME PAINT LOSS AT BOTTOM OF LEGS AND SLIGHT FRAY TO BOTTOM COIL WIRE, ORIGINAL STRAP TYPE COPPER BRUSHES AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING ORIGINAL EDISON FAN. The item “Antique Thomas EDISON Electric Fan 6 Brass Blade 1895 Motor early D. C. Original” is in sale since Friday, December 7, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “jamjosh_antiques” and is located in Grafton, Ohio. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Thomas Edison Manufacturing Co
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• RARE ORIGINAL BIPOLAR FAN: 6 VOLT DIRECT CURRENT BATTERY POWER

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HERE IS A NICE ORIGINAL FINISH EARLY EDISON ELECTRIC BI-POLAR MOTOR WITH 6 WING BRASS BLADE. AND GOLD STRIPPING WITH THOMAS A. EDISON SIGNATURE AS SHOWN. HAS ORIGINAL SIX WING BRASS BLADE WITH EACH BLADE STAMPED’ EDISON MFG. CIRCA 1895 THIS MODEL IS EARLIER THAN ONES WITH SERIAL NUMBER ON TAG AND DIFFERENT STRIPE DETAIL AS COMPARED TO LATER MODELS. HAS ORIGINAL THUMB SCREW ON OFF TYPE SWITCH. ALL CAST IRON WITH 3 FOOTED BASE, SOME PAINT LOSS AT BOTTOM OF LEGS AND SLIGHT FRAY TO BOTTOM COIL WIRE, ORIGINAL STRAP TYPE COPPER BRUSHES AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING ORIGINAL EDISON FAN. The item “Antique Thomas EDISON Electric Fan 6 Brass Blade 1895 Motor early D. C. Original” is in sale since Sunday, November 11, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “jamjosh_antiques” and is located in Grafton, Ohio. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Brand: Thomas Edison Manufacturing Co
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• RARE ORIGINAL BIPOLAR FAN: 6 VOLT DIRECT CURRENT BATTERY POWER

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Early Antique Thomas A. Edison Electric Fan Motor. The motor wheel turns. And the motor is in great shape for its age. It is very heavy authentic all original!! Measures 8 by 8 inches. It is missing the serial number plate, the fan cage and fan blade, also missing bottom stand. The item “SUPER RARE! Early Antique Thomas A. Edison Electric Fan Motor” is in sale since Thursday, February 18, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Furniture\Other Antique Furniture”. The seller is “jenn_szaf” and is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, to China, to Mexico, to Germany, to Japan, BR, to France, to Australia, RU.

• Maker: Thomas A Edison
• Original/Reproduction: Original

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Well in excess of 100 years old, this motor dates from the 1890’s and is offered in “as found” “WORKING” condition. From what I can tell, this fan motor is unmolested — COMPLETE and ORIGINAL. Especially note all the original screws/fasteners, the original knurled screw on/off switch, spring-loaded copper brush assemblies, brass blade and brass guard, which are normally missing or reproduced. The brass plate reads MANUFACTURED BY EDISON MFG, CO. This is EARLY and RARE. It would make a meaningful addition to any collection in its current condition, or would be an excellent candidate for restoration. The motor has been tested and runs perfectly on one D cell battery, even though it is designed to run on 4.5 volts. An old, HEAVY, CAST IRON MOTOR ready to be displayed and demonstrated! Feel free to ask any questions you may have. The item “ANTIQUE 1890s THOMAS EDISON BIPOLAR BI POLAR BATTERY DC ELECTRIC FAN MOTOR” is in sale since Sunday, October 18, 2015. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Electric Fans”. The seller is “fly_josephine” and is located in Canyon Country, California. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, DK, RO, SK, BG, CZ, FI, HU, LV, LT, MT, EE, to Australia, GR, PT, CY, SI, to Japan, to China, SE, KR, to Taiwan, TH, to Belgium, to France, to Hong Kong, to Ireland, to Netherlands, PL, to Spain, to Italy, to Germany, to Austria, RU, IL, to Mexico, to New Zealand, SG, to Switzerland, NO, SA, AE, QA, KW, BH, HR, MY.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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