Double Bell Small Metal Conversation Tube
This small conversation tube with metal bells has no maker's markings.
It likely dates to around 1925 or later.
Since it was so small and flexible, it was easy to carry in a pocket
or purse ready for use when needed.
The overall length of
this conversation tube including both bells
is 39˝" (100.3 cm). It weighs just 4.6 oz. (130 g).
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Close-up view of the fronts of the bells of this small double bell conversation tube. Each
of the bells are 2" (5 cm) in diameter.
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Close-up of the side of the bell of this small double-bell conversation tube. The bell is
2 7/16" (6.2 cm) long and looks to be made of tin-plated brass.
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Front close-up view of the bell of the small double-bell conversation
tube showing the end of the tube in the back of the bell.
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Close-up rear view of one bell of this small double-bell
conversation tube.
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Close-up of the small conversation tube showing the weave of the fabric
that covers the flexible sound tube.
The outside diameter of this small conversation tube is a hair under
˝" (1.2 cm) which
is smaller than most conversation tubes. The tube diameter is
constant throughout, whereas regular conversation tubes often were
tapered.
This conversation tube was donated to the Hearing Aid Museum by Lynne
Ranieri of Short Hills, NJ. Thanks Lynne.
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