Vintage ATCO Germany Wood Barometer Seattle 1952 Centennial Insurance Promo

Vintage ATCO Germany barometer, mounted in a solid wood case and featuring a Seattle 1852-1952 Centennial Anniversary promotional plaque on the back.


These were typically gifted by insurance and surety bond companies in the early 1950s as premium desk or wall weather instruments.


• Brand/Manufacturer: ATCO (marked on dial)

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Era Made: Early 1950s, commemorating the Seattle 100th Anniversary (1852–1952)

• Material: Wood case, brass ring, glass cover

• Dial Markings:

• Stormy – Rain – Change – Fair – Very Dry

• Barometric scale: 27–31 inHg

• Fully exposed internal mechanism visible through window

• Top Ring: Metal hanging ring for wall mounting

• Back Plaque:

“This 100th Anniversary Seattle 1852–1952 — Washington Welcomes You”

• Front Brass Plate:

“Insurance – Surety Bonds” (promotional tie-in)


• Wood shows age wear, scuffs, and finish patina consistent with 70+ years of age, Metal parts show darkening and oxidation, Glass intact with some l