Burglar Alarm Bell Housing with Leaded Glass Sign


Information

aw item number:  2005.035
condition:  Older restoration
size:  25"L x 34.5"H x 14"D
color:  Cream, White & Red

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composition:  Steel, brass, copper & leaded glass

period:  Circa 1920 Accessories:  Remote button
acquisition date:  10/27/2005

status:  Collection

description:  Fancy burglar alarm housing with a louvered arched top, two formed copper decorative leaves, brass door with a leaded glass inset panel of white milk glass, "BURGLAR ALARM" in red letters and internally lit.  A large 18" gong with a deep strong tone.

information:  This unit once provided protection for the Lemay Bank and Trust Company of St. Louis.  There are contacts that would sound the alarm if the front door was tampered with.


 

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