This is an authentic, heavy antique brass compound pressure/vacuum gauge made by the Acme Gauge & Instrument Co. in Brooklyn
commissioned or used for the Board of Education, City of New York. Repurposed into an industrial "steampunk" styled clock.The face features beautiful custom embossing lettering reading: "Board of Education City of New York" , indicating it was salvaged from a historical New York public school's steam heating system. Perfect for a Collector of "New Yorkiana" or urban history.
The heavy, solid polished brass casing, thick glass lens and dial hold great appeal for interior designers and steampunk decor enthusiasts.
It has incredible character and a deep brass patina.
It's a Very heavy, beautiful, solid quality, highly collectible piece of New York history. Excellent vintage cosmetic condition with a gorgeous natural aged patina. Minimal surface scratches in the glass, minimal dents in casing (as pictured) , the etched/stamped numbers retain their original black paint fill, and the brass surface shows very minimal pitting or oxidation around the text.
9lbs. , 11" diameter , approx 2.5" wide
Perfect man cave decor/architectural salvage.
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