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Object number2000.017

TitleSection of cable from ss Great Eastern

DescriptionSmall section of the transatlantic cable laid by the ss Great Eastern. Made from copper, wood and insulated by gutta percha. The metal parts are labelled: "TELEGRAPH CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE COMPLIMITED CONTRACTORS. LONDON ATLANTIC SHIRE END 1866".

Production date 1866 - 1866

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Materialcopper, wood, leather

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