{"product_id":"vintage-antique-hermann-aron-style-electricity-meter-scientific-german-device-museum-quality-collectable-pendulum-electromechanical-c-1890s","title":"Vintage Antique Hermann Aron Style Electricity Meter Scientific German Device Museum Quality Collectable Pendulum Electromechanical c.1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique German Electromechanical Meter - Hermann Aron Style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and historic piece of early electrical engineering, this stunning time meter - likely dating to the late 19th century (ca. 1890–1900) — is believed to be one of the earliest double-pendulum electric meters, commonly attributed to the German inventor Hermann Aron (1845–1913).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with precision in a beautiful wooden case with glass front door, this device appears nearly identical to museum examples of Aron's patented current-time recorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTWO similar devices are currently held in renowned museum collections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Museum of Engineering and Technology in Kraków, Poland\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Science and Industry Museum in Manchester, United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nThese confirmed museum examples share the similar construction type, internal mechanism, and double-pendulum design, strongly supporting the attribution of this meter to Hermann Aron's workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⚙️ Features:\u003cbr\u003e\nHigh-quality metal components, exposed inner mechanism\u003cbr\u003e\nPrecision engraved dial and gear system\u003cbr\u003e\nDoor lock \u0026amp; original screws\u003cbr\u003e\nEstimated manufacturing date: circa 1890–1900\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Germany\u003cbr\u003e\nCase material: wood \u0026amp; glass\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes detailed visible inner plate and timing mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this specific device is not explicitly marked, the design, mechanical construction, and double pendulum setup are 99% consistent with the early meters produced by Hermann Aron. Such devices were essential for measuring electricity usage and time, paving the way for modern electric meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho was Hermann Aron?\u003cbr\u003e\nHermann Aron was a renowned German physicist and inventor who, in the 1880s, designed one of the world's first reliable electric meters (Stromzähler). His patented invention, known as the Aronszähler, utilized a double pendulum system and revolutionized energy metering technology across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe founded the company \"Aron Elektrizitätszähler GmbH\", which later became part of Siemens. His devices were widely used in Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lazuri Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54633368289544,"sku":null,"price":40000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/8941\/5688\/files\/il_fullxfull.7011744501_rmch.jpg?v=1774306585","url":"https:\/\/lazuristore.com\/products\/vintage-antique-hermann-aron-style-electricity-meter-scientific-german-device-museum-quality-collectable-pendulum-electromechanical-c-1890s","provider":"Lazuri Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}