Example of photosensitive (selenium) material c 1890

PART OF:
Selenium cells and model apparatus for transmitting pictures by telegraph, 1881
Made:
1880-1900 in United Kingdom

One of four examples of photosensitive (selenium) material in various stages of construction. Fixed to wooden mount.

Details

Category:
Telecommunications
Object Number:
1908-141/12
Materials:
selenium, wood (unidentified) and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
selenium cell: 80 mm x 45 mm x 14 mm,
type:
photosensitive material sample
credit:
Bidwell, Shelford