The simple unassuming blood circulating machine has a rich and entertaining history. From Victorian quackery to modern myth, this shiny medical tool certainly deserves a blog from me!
The controversial blood circulator instruments have seen two separate periods of infamy. The first in the early 1900’s, where the inventor claimed that the instrument could cure almost every ailment known to man (and woman!), and again in the 1990’s when it was reported that the real and more importantly ‘secret’ history of this tool had been revealed.
This piece dates from between 1900 and 1915. It is in good working condition with a charming antique patina. It is apparently made from steel with a nickel plating which is now worn. The two handles are made from ebonised wood and the little vibrating disc is also formed from wood and painted red.
The machine operates by turning the crank handle around which powers the fly wheel which makes the vibration. The instrument would have originally been boxed with instructions and would have had further attachments. It measures approx. 37cm in length.
The Veedee machine is harder to find than the more well-known Pulsocon machine invented by ‘Dr’ Macaura (who was incidentally no such thing) and rarely come up for sale.
A brilliant example of Victorian quackery!
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Condition:Used
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Product Code:127
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Weight:0.69kg