Sample of transatlantic cable, 1865-66

Sample of transatlantic cable, 1865-66 Sample of transatlantic cable, 1865-66 Sample of transatlantic cable, 1865-66 Sample of transatlantic cable, 1865-66

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Sample of transatlantic cable, made by the Telegraph Construction and Maintenance Company Limited, Greenwich, London, England, 1865-66

Details

Category:
Telecommunications
Object Number:
1970-56
Materials:
metal (unknown), gutta-percha and copper (alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 785 mm x 30 mm diameter, .66 kg
type:
cable
credit:
Donated by GEC-AEI Telecommunications Limited