Crabtree light switch

Description

A circular light switch for wall mounting, by Crabtree, circa 1928. This toggle switch is made from compression moulded phenol formaldehyde with a vitreous enamel back mount.
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Inscriptions

moulded: "MADE IN ENGLAND CRABTREE REG. Nos. 734 537/9 PATENT CT509 1307.12.VITREOUS" (back mount)

Object number

AIBDC : 009184SA

Date

1928 (circa)

Country

Material

plastic
PF casing
phenol formaldehyde
bakelite - generic term
vitreous enamel back mount
metal screws and internal connectors
brass
Dimensions
Depth
40mm
Diameter
50mm

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