Functional object - M.M.B.W. Water Meter Cover

Historical information

Cast iron water meter covers were commonly used in the late 19th & early 20th centuries to protect water meters from damage and the elements. These covers were typically made of heacy cast iron to withstand the rigors of outdoor use and prevent tampering. The design often included a handle for easy removal and replacement by the meter reader. This meter cover was founded at abandon house in Camperdown Avenue Sunshine North

Physical description

Cast iron water meter cover

Inscriptions & markings

MMBW 3/4

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