Antique General Electric coin operated hotel fan-great! -15947

  

This seems a bit odd to us now but in the early 20th century, hotel rooms would become unbearable during the hot summer season. To help make the rooms more bearable, better hotels offered the solution of this fan. Rooms would have these electric fans with a coin box attached. If you deposit five cents the fan would run for one hour. Rather hard to locate now, this piece has been restored (including period appropriate cord) and is in perfect running condition.

I do have the key for the coin box. Fan runs exceeding well and moves a good deal of air. The fan can be turned on and off at any time.

Original label for General Electric and four brass blades. Dimensions: 13" x 10" x 19. A functional piece of history and a great conversation piece. Those of you who have. I will try to note anything of significance in the description.

However, please check the photos carefully---as they say'a picture. Who I allow to handle our pieces.

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This item is in the category "Collectibles\Kitchen & Home\Small Appliances\Electric Fans". The seller is "sydowsantiques" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

1. Brand: General
2. Antique: Yes
3. Type: Table/Desk
4. Power Source: Electrical
5. Color: Black
6. Finish: Antique