Antique Christmas Tree Stand (Lights Up)

[IlliniGuy]

I would replace that cord before I plugged it in for use. A good extension cord with the end cut off would suffice and it wouldn't hurt the value.

[frogpatch]

The higher the voltage the lower the amps. That why an old car distributor cap can knock you on your butt at only twelve volts. The formula is Amps = Watts / Volts   ex. 100 watts @ 120 volts is 1.09 amps. At 240 volts it is .545 amps. 

[yellowrose84]

That is so cute! I hope you got a good deal for it!

[bigwull]

The higher the voltage the lower the amps. That why an old car distributor cap can knock you on your butt at only twelve volts. The formula is Amps = Watts / Volts   ex. 100 watts @ 120 volts is 1.09 amps. At 240 volts it is .545 amps. 

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[Kevin_Bones]

I paid about $10-$15 for it, but I got it in a bundle of things so I'm not sure what I really paid for it. It's a great decoration though, I'd like to use it if it will work with our tree.

[mart]

Wait till a month or so before Christmas and put it on Ebay,, you might be surprised at what it brings !!  If you decide to sell it !!  I would keep it !!

[mart]

Thanks for the links, the antique dealer I bought it from told me it was from the 40s.

I think it is 40`s !! Not sure but they outlawed that type wire prior to 50`s I think !!  Caused too many fires !!

[Kevin_Bones]

Ebay is too confusing for me 

[mart]

Its really easy if you stay away from their speed listing and add ons !!  Just a simple listing and a couple of good pics !!  And do not tie paypal into your main bank account !!  Most everyone has a separate paypal account at their bank !! Then they can transfer what ever money they need into personal account !!