VAJEN GAS MASKS -2-
T1977.451.a-b
Used to rescue men overcome by carbon monoxide fumes - due to bad underground ventilation - between 1890 - 1932. a. Complete with tank and gauge. Metal disk on front - THE VAJEN-BADER, HEAD PROTECTOR. Fleecy-lined, whistle on front.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | T1977.451.a-b |
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| Accession Date: | 20 Dec 1977 |
Material
| Glass | leather, metal, glass, wool |
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| Metal |
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| Glass/Glass |
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| Leather |
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| Wool/Textile |
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| Metal/Metal |
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| Leather/Leather |
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Measurement
| length | 470mm |
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| width | 330mm |
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