Diving bell invented by Edmond Halley (1656-1743) being used in salvage operation. Barrel, C, reservoir of air connected by tube to bell. Diver, F, wears helmet connected to bell by tube. Engraving 1782.

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Diving bell invented by Edmond Halley (1656-1743) being used in salvage operation. Barrel, C, reservoir of air connected by tube to bell. Diver, F, wears helmet connected to bell by tube. Engraving 1782.

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License: Licensed
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