Lady's galvanic belt (Pulvermacher)

Lady's galvanic belt (Pulvermacher)

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Lady's galvanic belt (Pulvermacher)
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Lady's galvanic belt (Pulvermacher). Had to it soak in vinegar before applying to the body. Supposed to cure all nervous, chronic and functional diseases.

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Category:
Therapeutics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A63247
Materials:
whole, brass and whole, zinc
Measurements:
length 520 mm
width 34 mm
type:
belts
credit:
Barker, G.A.