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Speedometer, by Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd., Early 20th Century

Inventory Number 12868


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.12868

Item type
Object
Provenance
Presented by the Marconi Corporation in 2003.
Primary inscriptions
'ELLIOTT BROTHERS (LONDON) LIMITED / REG NO. 668619 / 30896 '
Physical material
Glass
Metal
Bakelite?
Object type
Electronic instrument
Dimensions
Diameter: 137mm Height: 105mm Weight: 0.95kg
Inventory No
12868
Accession Number
2003-11

Description

Speedometer in black metal casing with circular glass panel at the front with dial displaying 10-80 miles per hour and 0-90 kilometres.