Technical instrument - Netherlands - 1850-1900
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A Grenet cell or bichromate battery from the late 19th century (1850–1900), made of glass with brass and wood, about 22 cm high, 7 cm wide and 7 cm deep, Origin Netherlands, featuring a bottle-shaped glass vessel with a copper lid holding two carbon plates separated by a zinc plate, a movable brass rod to activate the battery, and an electrolyte inside (not present), in good condition with minor signs of aging.
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Offered is a unique piece of technology: a Grenet cell or bichromate battery. The battery dates from the late 19th century. It was used in laboratories and in schooling to generate electricity. It has a unique operation. The bottle-shaped jar has a copper cap to which two carbon plates are attached. There is a zinc plate in between. The brass rod can move up and down to activate the battery. The bottle then contains an electrolyte (not present now; I have not tried it myself). A fascinating piece of technology indeed!
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The battery will be safely, well packed and shipped with tracking on Monday or Thursday morning. Pickup is also possible in Roosendaal, North Brabant, the Netherlands.
Offered is a unique piece of technology: a Grenet cell or bichromate battery. The battery dates from the late 19th century. It was used in laboratories and in schooling to generate electricity. It has a unique operation. The bottle-shaped jar has a copper cap to which two carbon plates are attached. There is a zinc plate in between. The brass rod can move up and down to activate the battery. The bottle then contains an electrolyte (not present now; I have not tried it myself). A fascinating piece of technology indeed!
View the photos for an impression.
The battery will be safely, well packed and shipped with tracking on Monday or Thursday morning. Pickup is also possible in Roosendaal, North Brabant, the Netherlands.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass, Glass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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