Summary
Wheatstone clockwork bell, used with the Wheatstone Alphabetical Telegraph system. The bell signalled to the operator that a message was coming through.
Physical Description
Two vertical brass plates with clockwork mechanism between and bell on top. two horizontal coils. Rotating brass striker. Detachable winding key on shaft of mainspring.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Australia: Post Master General's Department (PMG), 01 Feb 1916
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Overall Dimensions
120 mm (Length), 75 mm (Width), 125 mm (Height)
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References
[Link 1] - accessed 3 December 2008
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