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SPEAKING WATCH (INSIDES)
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SPEAKING WATCH (INSIDES)
A watch designed by M.Sivan, which contains a miniature Edison phonograph, allowing it to speak the time, by reading off a rubber disc. Date: 1894
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1894 Allowing Disc Edison Gentleman Gentlemans Innovation Insides Instruments Invention Measurement Phonograph Pocket Rubber Speak Speaking Watch Designed
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This fascinating photograph captures the intricate inner workings of the Speaking Watch, a groundbreaking timepiece designed by the ingenious inventor M. Sivan in 1894. The Speaking Watch was an extraordinary innovation in the realm of science and measurement, combining the functions of a watch with those of a miniature Edison phonograph. The image reveals the meticulously crafted mechanism of the watch, with its tiny gears, springs, and other components arranged in a harmonious dance of precision and complexity. At the heart of the watch lies the miniature phonograph, a marvel of engineering that enabled the timepiece to 'speak' the time. This was achieved through the use of a rubber disc etched with the hours and minutes, which the phonograph needle would read aloud when the watch was wound and the speaker button pressed. The Speaking Watch was a true testament to the spirit of invention and the relentless pursuit of innovation during the late 19th century. Its sleek design, housed in a stylish fob pocket, made it an intriguing accessory for the gentleman of the era. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of this remarkable timepiece, providing a fascinating window into the world of science and technology at the turn of the century.
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