A superb early conversation tube with
red celluloid hearing piece and bell. Note the slightly irregular
celluloid seam which dates the piece to the early 20th century. The
hearing piece is unusual having a diaphragm and is characteristic of
the "Globe" ear phones of the time. This type of diaphragm was
patented in 1895 by James Maloney. The piece is also unusual in that
the earpiece fits over the ear instead of into the ear canal. The
tubing is covered in tightly woven silk and the length is 117cm.
Overall condition is excellent
