Conversation tube hearing aid, Europe, 1850-1920

Made:
1850-1920
Ear trumpet with flexible tube, Europe, 1850-1920

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Ear trumpet with flexible tube, Europe, 1850-1920
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Conversation tube hearing aid, also known as a speaking tube, with fabric covered rubberised tube, vulcanite earpiece and with sound-capturing bell apparently missing, Europe, c.1850-1920.

Details

Category:
Audiology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A602538
Materials:
earpiece, vulcanite, handle, wood, handle, brass, upper tube, rubber, lower tube, rubber, covering, fabric and trumpet holder, vulcanite
Measurements:
length 1050 mm
earpiece: length 100 mm
type:
hearing aids
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)

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