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Two-Way Morse Key, by Siemens Brothers, London, 1900s

Inventory Number 53048


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.53048

Item type
Object
Provenance
Presented by the Marconi Corporation.
Primary inscriptions
"SIEMENS BROS & CO LONDON No 287" printed on side of base.
Physical material
Brass
ebonite
steel
Object type
Radio communication
Dimensions
Height: 150mm Width: 92mm Depth: 152mm
Inventory No
53048
Accession Number
2004-9/441

Description

Two-Way Morse Key, consisting of brass key, brass switch, ebonite handle and steel side knobs. On rectangular ebonite surface, with two brass terminals. Switch controls engagement with front or rear contacts.