Ear trumpet, bell-type, dating from 1865-1900 Rosalind N and David Myers Hearing Aid Collection Ear Trumpet, tin, dating from 1840-1900. Rosalind N. and David Myers Hearing Aid Collection
This ear trumpet is made of tin. Black tape, painted silver, covers the area where the trumpet is held. This lorgnette is made of artificial tortoise shell. The earpiece (the short, curved end) pivots for more comfortable positioning. It was made in France.
Speaking Tube, London, dating from 1890-1919. Gift of Eugene N. Myers, MD. This ear dome was made in about 1890 by Hawksley of England. Made of brass.
Ear Candle An ear candle is a hollow, conical tube made of fabric and wax. The smaller end of the candle is placed into the outer ear canal and the opposite tip of the candle is lit. The flame is thought to create a vacuum and along with the heat, soften the wax. The goal was to extract the impacted wax before you set your hair on fire!
Catalog page from Surgical Instruments, Physicianss and Hospital Supplies 1904Sears and Roebuck CoCourtesy of the Smithsonian Institutions National Museum of American History.
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