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, with flexible metal tube, metal earpiece and flattened sound collecting bell, by Hawksley & Sons, London, 1870-1920.

Details

Category:
Audiology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A198345
Materials:
sound collector, brass, earpiece, brass and tube, steel
type:
hearing aids
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)