Emerson Electric Fans Collecting Guide
Since you've entered the world of collecting vintage Emerson electric fans, it's a good idea to breeze through how to make an effective choice. The Emerson electric fan has been continuously offered since 1890. Here are some important facts about inexpensive antique Emerson fans for sale on eBay to assist you in making a selection that suits your tastes and preferences.
Selecting the perfect vintage Emerson fanAs with any other collectible, the antique Emerson fans for sale value hinges upon condition:
- Since mint condition indicates a fan that has never been removed from its original box, excellent proves more applicable a term to designate a vintage Emerson electric fan that has never been used. Especially desirable is a fan with its original box, instructions, and schematics. If they are present, their condition is secondary to the fan itself.
- Fine means that an antique Emerson fan received gentle use that produced no cracks in its base or blades. The cord is appropriate to the production era, which is either covered in fabric or made of plastic. The fan runs well and has no missing pieces.
- Good means that old Emerson fans have seen greater use, and that their cords operate safely even with scrapes or cracks. Greasing the motor may be necessary, and its base may show cracks. Many desk fans held a plaster or large metal disc under the base to give greater stability and that weight might be absent.
- Fair condition means that the fan is in running condition and could use some attention to replacing the cord, polishing its finish, or eliminating a squeak in its motor. The basic design of the fan shows through even with some flaked paint or cracked blade. You may select a fan in as-is condition for a project or dole out its parts to other vintage fans.
Office desk fans use blades ranging from 10, 12, and 16 inches. An iconic oscillating desk fan could display the Emerson logo on its cage, show bright copper blades, a fabric cord, and have three speeds. A hassock floor fan will show a logo, as will a Mid-century style window or box fan. The Mid-century style is known for its decorator colors such as seafoam green, yellow, or robin's egg blue.
What vintage Emerson models can you select?Some antique Emerson models for sale include:
- Art Deco desk fan with 9-inch blades and 12-inch cage
- Rollabout standing fan, 3.5 feet tall, circa 1940
- Dragonfly desk model manufactured in 1958 with colored several shades of green, which has a 6-inch base and 3-inch blades