A fantastic antique, Victorian era Magneto electric machine. Original paper label in the lid. It has a decorative embossed flywheel, & original crank handle. The entire thing comes boxed in a mahogany case – Near the lock is a hollowed our disc in the wood – presumably something should fit there. A nice collectable piece of medical history. Pre-owned antique – obviously has signs of use and wear, commensurate with age. Measures 10″ x 4.5″ and 4.5 tall.
Antique Victorian Magneto electric machine. The mechanism cranks ok brass gearing a a large horseshoe magnet – small turned wood handle – key to lock. The lock is a little sticky through age but still works. There are no’handles or wiring’ but these are easily constructed with some simple wire and some copper tubing. (see last photograph for an example). No makers name – technical and historic information below. Mahogany box – brass hinges and teminals. As seen and photographed. Not intended for miraculous cures or remedies. Nineteenth-century Americans were fascinated by the promise and mystery of electricity. The Davis & Kidder Patent Magneto-Electric Machine for Nervous Diseases. The operator of this electromagnetic generator would place handles in the patient’s hands or elsewhere on the patient’s body and then turn a crank to deliver a’mild’ alternating current to the patient. The force of the current depended upon the speed with which the crank was turned. The makers claimed that it could relieve pain, as well as cure numerous diseases, including cancer, consumption (tuberculosis), diabetes, gangrene, heart disease, lockjaw (tetanus), and spinal deformities. Fortunately, serious study of electricity for medicine has also taken place. Scientific investigations into the physiological and possibly therapeutic effects of electricity have led to beneficial uses, including devices used by anesthesiologists to ensure that patients receive proper doses of certain muscle relaxants, to accurately locate nerves for the safe administration of nerve blocks, and to treat chronic pain. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science/Medicine\Medical Instruments”. The seller is “fromdecotodisco” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
A RARE Lot of 2 Different Medical/SurgicalTools. From Georgian/Early Victoria eras (early 19c). Enclosed between nice quality handles from faux shell. Please pay within 3 days unless you notify me or your order may be cancelled for wasting time. NB: We strive to keep our customers happy. If relevant, do read. Zodiac Guide to Successful Relationships & Careers. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science/Medicine\Medical Instruments”. The seller is “xpert888″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
A RARE Lot of 2 Different Medical/SurgicalTools. From Georgian/Early Victoria eras (early 19c). Enclosed between nice quality handles from faux shell. Please pay within 3 days unless you notify me or your order may be cancelled for wasting time. NB: We strive to keep our customers happy. If relevant, do read. Zodiac Guide to Successful Relationships & Careers. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science/Medicine\Medical Instruments”. The seller is “xpert888″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
A RARE Lot of 2 Different Medical/SurgicalTools. From Georgian/Early Victoria eras (early 19c). Enclosed between nice quality handles from faux shell. Please pay within 3 days unless you notify me or your order may be cancelled for wasting time. NB: We strive to keep our customers happy. If relevant, do read. Zodiac Guide to Successful Relationships & Careers. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science/Medicine\Medical Instruments”. The seller is “xpert888″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
A RARE Lot of 2 Different Medical/SurgicalTools. From Georgian/Early Victoria eras (early 19c). Enclosed between nice quality handles from faux shell. Please pay within 3 days unless you notify me or your order may be cancelled for wasting time. NB: We strive to keep our customers happy. If relevant, do read. Zodiac Guide to Successful Relationships & Careers. This item is in the category “Antiques\Science/Medicine\Medical Instruments”. The seller is “xpert888″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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