Medical Tuning Fork
Manufacturer / MakerCreated by
V. Mueller & Co.
Dateca. 1930
Mediummetal
Dimensions5 1/4 × 7/8 × 7/16 in. (13.3 × 2.2 × 1.1 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. John Roberts
Object numberPC1999.87.97
DescriptionThis object is a medical-grade tuning fork used to perform hearing tests. The object is largely flat and rectangular, with two prongs extending from a centrally-located joint. "C4 / 2048" is stamped on one side of the joint, indicating the pitch and number of vibrations per second (Hz) of the object when struck. "V.MUELLER & Co" is stamped on the same side of the object near the base of the handle, but is noticeably faded. There is very little to no corrosion visible on the object.On View
Not on viewTerms
ca. 1930
