Parabolic Reflecting Ear Trumpet (Ear Horn)
This ear trumpet, which is only marked "English Made," represents an
attempt at reducing the size of ear trumpets while maintaining their
effectiveness.
The parabolic reflector measures 4" in diameter and focuses the
collected sound into the tube running to the ear.
This example is silver plated and measures 14" in length extended and
9" collapsed. Date of manufacture is unknown, but it probably dates from
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Here is
the ear trumpet seen from the front in its closed position.
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Here is the ear trumpet seen from the back in its closed position.
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Here is
another parabolic reflecting ear trumpet seen from the front in its open position.
It is identical to the above one, but has a different finish.
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The second ear trumpet seen from the front in its closed position. On
the front above the bowl is a nameplate that says "Fannin & Co. Ltd, 41
Grafton St., Dublin. On the reflector at the bottom of the bowl is the
inscription "English Made".
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