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Posted 3 years ago
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Picked this up 10 years ago in OK, at a Huge Auction. I put it in our driveway to see if I could make some money when ppl came to visit!
Haven't made a Dime yet!!! LOL Sheeesh, I get no respect! Thanks for lookin!
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We love all your shows and interests. Susan and I love old stuff such as 50s chrome legged tables and chairs, Ad signs, hub caps, gas pumps, hawaiiana, and the list goes on. We're looking forward to viewing all of your new shows and eclectic collectors you and Frank meet in your travels throughout the U.S.
Phil
Ha!!! Your funny.(your comment above) I saw this picture and thought.Now how in the world does one acquire a parking meter?
Nice piece.
Take care.
nice old meter,, i have a couple newer ones but this one is sweet. id give ya a dime definatly to park by her,, lol,,,great piece
Thanks Bro, U can park Free anytime! LOL
You may want to look in to this but I believe the parking meter was invented in Oklahoma. You may have an original!
Have you thought of getting this restored?
love the old parking meter..I purchased one last week at a yard sale...How did u mount yours?please let me know I want to get mine fixed..thanks..v.poole