Object number
4401.97.1
Description
Two electric detonators cased together, the outer wooden case has been painted white. The two detonators are joined by a black cast iron bracket. The base of this bracket is a brass fitting. Written on it is: "SPAGNOLETTI LTD MRV NO S19 1914". There are a series of brass plaques with engravings, the first reads "E M COV R.E NO1 TESTED AUG 1916". The next reads "REID BROS ENGINEERS LTD 12 WHARF RD CITY RD LONDON N , NO 1522V 1915". The large plaque reads " TO FIRE , DETONATOR MV 111 , SINGLE SERIES UP TO 170 OHMS , PARALLEL CIRCUITS ". The leather strap on the side of the case has been broken .
Date
1914 - 1918
Production period
World War One
Material
Dimensions
- Height: 400 mm
- Width: 420 mm
- Depth: 180 mm