Moon Motometer, circa 1925
01
Artifact Overview
Motometers measured a car's radiator coolant temperature and were popular aftermarket accessories in motoring's early years. This motometer, made by the Gidelite Manufacturing Company, bears the name of the Moon Motor Car Company of St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 1905, Moon remained in business until the Great Depression got the better of it in 1930.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Motometer
Date Made
circa 1925
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
81.99.94
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Glass (Material)
Dimensions
Height: 4.75 in
Width: 3.25 in
Length: 2.75 in
Inscriptions
obverse of sphere: MOON
on stem: GIDELITE / MFG. CO. / CHICAGO / PAT. APPL'D FOR
Keywords |
|---|
03
Related Content
Set
Cars Inspired by the Stars
- 12 Artifacts
When it came time to name a new model, or even a new company, automakers often found inspiration in the stars. Astronomical phenomena, planets, and whole galaxies have all found their way onto fender badges and hood ornaments. Here are just a few examples.