This great piece of mechanical history from Bombay in India is a Tuk Tuk meter, that has been used on rickshaws throughout Bombay (Mumbai). 

The FOR HIRE sign can be raised or lowered, you can wind up the meter and it ticks along over time. I am told that the FOR HIRE sign lights up in the dark - charged throughout daylight by the sunlight. Measuring 29cm x 19cm.

There is also a bulb holder which I am told some people have in the past made these into a lamp.

Bought from the same supplier in Bombay that Dishoom apparently purchase items for their restaurants. 

Any questions please ask.