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Medical electro therapy device Faradic Electric Coil Machine. This is a beautifully made example made from quality materials, an intriguing array of switches, levers and other components in a mahogany case with a leather handle. The device is sold as a decorative curiosity not as a functioning item but as a quack medical device we might consider that it was probably always ineffective. 

 

The case bears a plaque with the wording 'Professor Richard ME Electric Coil Patent 2245 ETC'.

 

A Faradic Coil Stimulator was a device designed to create a mild electric shock that was thought to be therapeutic to assist with ailments concerning muscles and bones and especially those associated with the nerves. Many machines were portable, for use at a doctor's office or at home. Probably of little actual benefit and providing more of a placebo effect. The name of the device is associated both with Michael Faraday and Luigi Galvani. 

 

The case measures 22 x 14 x 17cm (8.66" x 5.51" x 6.69") and weighs 2.16kg.
 

Antique medical device Electric Coil Machine, 19th century. Electro therapy.

£155.00Price
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