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.

View all lots in this sale