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Posted by sosipanet

12 years ago

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I bought this thing at an estate sale because no one running the sale knew what is was. They took my $5 offer. The base is about 2.75" x 5.5" and seems to be made of bakelite. The +/- terminals indicate it would be connected to a direct current power source (battery?). Turning the knob at the top raises it up and down. There is a plastic cap over the top, left removable probe type thing. When lowered all the way down the probe is still about 3/4" from touching the left pedestal. A magnet will not stick to any of the metal surfaces which indicates the metal might be stainless steel.

Category Vintage Electronics

Medium Bakelite base. Metal is probably stainless

Distinguishing marks None

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item 2.75" x 5.5" base

Date Period Unknown

Weight 20 ounces

Price Paid (If known) $5

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