Conversation tube hearing aid

Ear trumpet with flexible tube

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Ear trumpet with flexible tube
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Conversation tube hearing aid, also known as a speaking tube, fabric-covered rubberised tube and vulcanite earpiece and bell-shaped trumpet, 1840-1900.

Details

Category:
Audiology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A140479
Materials:
trumpet, vulcanite, earpiece, vulcanite and flex covering, fabric
type:
hearing aids
credit:
Glendining