1st May, 2000 12:00

Instruments of Science and Technology

 
Lot 199
 

199

A Late 19th Century Medical Induction Coil With Brass Fittings.

A Late 19th century medical induction coil with brass fittings. And one other of later date. Maker unknown. Measurement: 13 x 13 x 13 cm. catalogue Note: In the second part of the 19th century, many induction coils were built for electro-medical use. The first devices of this type, truly portable, were proposed by Ladislas (Adolphe) GAIFFE in the 1870s and their success was significant: high-voltage electric discharge became essential for curing most ailments Estimate: 40-60

Sold for €731


 
A Late 19th century medical induction coil with brass fittings. And one other of later date. Maker unknown. Measurement: 13 x 13 x 13 cm. catalogue Note: In the second part of the 19th century, many induction coils were built for electro-medical use. The first devices of this type, truly portable, were proposed by Ladislas (Adolphe) GAIFFE in the 1870s and their success was significant: high-voltage electric discharge became essential for curing most ailments Estimate: 40-60

Auction: Instruments of Science and Technology, 1st May, 2000

Hessink's proudly presents the sale of a fine single owner collection of Instruments of Science and Technology. The sale offers you a great opportunity to purchase beautiful selection of globes, microscopes, telescopes, medical, drawing, surveying and navigational instruments from famous instrument makersfrom the 17th to the 20th century.

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