Description
Antique Medical Electrotherapy Quack Device, kits were marketed to the public under the belief that localized electrical stimulation could cure various system ailments, pain and other medical conditions, textured induction coil with adjustable screw creates a pulsating electrical shock, metal cylinder is the primary hand electrode that a patient would hold while another wire lead was attached to a second electrode (a sponge or metal disc) to pass the electric current through the body,, three metal discs stamped 1,2,3 act as terminal connections to vary the intensity of the current, lower empty storage compartment originally housed the chemical batteries, the wire leads, sponge electrodes, foot plates or hand probes, case is lined with red floral patterned paper to give the medical kit a more domestic, attractive look for home use, age-related wear, untested, some surface tarnish and light scratching, rust-free, missing internal power source and connecting wires, perfect candidate for creative upcycling, good condition, see photos. 8 3/4" x 5 1/4" x 4 1/2"
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Antique Medical Electrotherapy Quack Device
Estimate $100-$1,000
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Aug 7, 2026, 11:00 AM EDTUnion, IL, United States
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