Conversation tube hearing aid

Silver plated hearing aid with long flexible tube, often referred to as a speaking tube or conversation tube, made by F C Rein & Son, London, England, 1850-1928

Details

Category:
Audiology
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A66805B
Materials:
silver plated, metal (unknown), cotton (textile) and rubber (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall (lying flat, coiled): 58 mm x 295 mm x 189 mm, 0.2937 kg
type:
hearing aid