Double Coin-Operated Parking Meters - HO, S and O Scales

Bring a touch of vintage urban realism to your diorama with our Coin-Operated Double Parking Meter. This finely crafted miniature is designed to replicate the classic parking meters found in city streets, featuring two parking meters connected to a single base, allowing for the control of two parking spots simultaneously. Each meter is intricately detailed, with visible coin slots and key locks. Ideal for cityscapes, downtown streets, or any scene where on-street parking is a feature, this double parking meter adds an authentic, functional touch to your model layout. Easy to paint and customize, it’s the perfect accessory for enhancing the realism of your miniature world.

History:

Coin-operated parking meters have been a staple of urban infrastructure since their invention in 1935. The first parking meter, installed in Oklahoma City, introduced the concept of paying for parking in public spaces, helping cities manage street parking and generate revenue. By the mid-20th century, parking meters became ubiquitous in city centers, evolving into the familiar single-meter units we know today.

The double parking meter, introduced as a variation to accommodate two parking spaces with a single structure, provided a more cost-effective solution for municipalities while maintaining control over multiple parking spots. These double meters featured two separate dials and coin slots, each responsible for one of the adjacent parking spaces, and became common in busy urban areas. The coin-operated mechanism allowed for easy regulation of parking time, helping to alleviate congestion and ensure that spaces were used efficiently.

Materials: Resin
What you need to know:
Parts DO NOT ship painted or primed and my require assembly.
Parts may ship with supports that require removal. Use of snips is recommended to remove supports to avoid damage.
Handle parts with care as they can be brittle.
Keep away from small children.