Conversation tube hearing aid

Silver ear trumpet

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Silver ear trumpet
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Conversation tube hearing aid, also known as a speaking tube, silver with fabric-covered rubberised tube and bakelite earpiece, by Hawkesley and Sons Limited, London, 1840-1900.

Details

Category:
Audiology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A139587
Materials:
trumpet, silver, earpiece, bakelite, tube, cotton and tube, felt
type:
hearing aids
credit:
Glendining