Magneto-Electric Machine

Date
Circa 1880-1910
 Description
The Magneto-Electric Machine consists of a wooden box with brass and painted metal components with rollers and fan-belt, external wood and brass winding handle, two metal knobs for inserting pins with attached wires, and brass cylinders for conducting electricity. The machine was used for treating rheumatism and nervous complaints.

Object detail

Date
Circa 1880-1910
Medium
brass and other metal, wood, fabric, paper, ink
Measurements
10.8 x 21.9 x 12.2 cm (case)
Accession Number
MHM04050
Credit line
Gift of AMA Victoria, 2011
Inscriptions
name/inscriptions ▫ printed: 'Magneto-Electric Machine/For Nervous & Other Diseases./This Machine has been designed expressly for Invalids who are unable to take exercise, suffering from Rheumatism/and various nervous complaints.' ▫ box
Object Type
equipment
Named Collection
AMA Victoria
Medical History Museum Category
Medical and Surgical Equipment and Instruments
Museum
Medical History Museum

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