Weimer Co. - Ear trumpet (2) - Silver - Vintage and Rare
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Two silver Weimer Co. hearing aids from the United States, dating to 1910–1920, in fairly good used condition with possible minor flaws, each measuring 2.4 cm by 2.2 cm and weighing 7.22 g, labeled RIGHT and LEFT, accompanied by a handmade Indian heart‑shaped box.
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Pair of silver hearing devices by Weimer Co. — United States, 1920s. Rare and remarkable pair of antique Weimer Co. hearing devices, made in the United States in the 1920s. These objects provide an interesting testimony to the evolution of hearing technologies and the history of medicine in the early 20th century.
At that time, hearing devices were often produced in small runs or to order. Their compact design represented a significant technological advance and allowed for more discreet use than earlier devices. Today, such objects hold particular interest for collectors specializing in the history of medicine, antique medical instruments, and historical technical objects.
Both devices feature a handsome silver finish and the manufacturer’s raised logo. The inscriptions “RIGHT” and “LEFT” are clearly engraved on each device, indicating the right and left sides respectively.
The set is accompanied by a handcrafted Indian heart-shaped box, adorned with hand-made blue floral motifs.
The set is in very good condition given its age and makes a handsome combination of historical interest, craftsmanship, and aesthetic appeal.
Information:
- Manufacturer: Weimer Co.
- Period: 1920s.
- Origin: United States.
- Category: Medical antiques / history of medicine.
- Material: Silver.
- Quantity: Pair (Right & Left).
- Included: Handcrafted box, not original.
- Weight: 7.22 g.
An antique and original pair, particularly interesting for collectors of historical medical objects, ancient instruments, and early 20th-century technologies.
Ref.: 151.
Pair of silver hearing devices by Weimer Co. — United States, 1920s. Rare and remarkable pair of antique Weimer Co. hearing devices, made in the United States in the 1920s. These objects provide an interesting testimony to the evolution of hearing technologies and the history of medicine in the early 20th century.
At that time, hearing devices were often produced in small runs or to order. Their compact design represented a significant technological advance and allowed for more discreet use than earlier devices. Today, such objects hold particular interest for collectors specializing in the history of medicine, antique medical instruments, and historical technical objects.
Both devices feature a handsome silver finish and the manufacturer’s raised logo. The inscriptions “RIGHT” and “LEFT” are clearly engraved on each device, indicating the right and left sides respectively.
The set is accompanied by a handcrafted Indian heart-shaped box, adorned with hand-made blue floral motifs.
The set is in very good condition given its age and makes a handsome combination of historical interest, craftsmanship, and aesthetic appeal.
Information:
- Manufacturer: Weimer Co.
- Period: 1920s.
- Origin: United States.
- Category: Medical antiques / history of medicine.
- Material: Silver.
- Quantity: Pair (Right & Left).
- Included: Handcrafted box, not original.
- Weight: 7.22 g.
An antique and original pair, particularly interesting for collectors of historical medical objects, ancient instruments, and early 20th-century technologies.
Ref.: 151.
Details
No. of items
2
Manufacturer/brand
Weimer Co.
Gross weight
7.22 g
Title additional information
Vintage and Rare
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
United States
Material
Silver
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Length
2.4 cm
Width
2.2 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
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