Gas rattle, WW1
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Description
A rectangular wooden frame with rotating handle and eight sided cog attached to an axle. The cog interacts with a wooden tongue when turned to make a loud clicking noise. Instruments such as these have had a variety of uses including as a warning for gas during the First World War. Provenance recorded at the time of donation reads 'Gas alarm type used in World War One.'
Measurements
300mm (length)
Credit line
Gifted by H. Wooster
Accession number
0861/85
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