A section of the second transatlantic telegraph cable. This piece has a diameter of about It consists of a central wound copper core, embedded
A section of the second transatlantic telegraph cable. This piece has a diameter of about It consists of a central wound copper core, embedded in gutta percha (a natural latex-like resin), with an outer strengthening wrap of waterproofed cable, the whole covered in a waterproofing fabric. This second cable was laid in 1865-6 by the SS Great Eastern between Newfoundland, Canada, and Valentia Island, Ireland. This piece was given to Michael Faraday (1791-1867) in recognition of his crucial technical help in the project, and is preserved at the Royal Institution, London.
Size: 6113px × 4585px
Photo credit: © ROYAL INSTITUTION OF GREAT BRITAIN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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