Vintage Hemingray No. 9 Single Petticoat Insulator – Aqua Green Telegraph Telephone Pole Insulator

Description

Details:

Type: Hemingray Insulator
Color: Aqua Green
Embossing: HEMINGRAY on one side, No 9 on the other
Dimensions: 3 ½ inches tall by 2 ¼ inches wide
Condition: Appears to be in good condition with some wear and chips on the bottom, indicative of its age

Features:

Single Petticoat Design: This insulator does not have a double ring inside, confirming it as a single petticoat design.
Historical Significance: Hemingray insulators were commonly used in telegraph and telephone systems, making this a piece of telecommunications history.
Age: Given the embossing and design, this insulator is likely quite old, possibly dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century.
Rarity: The aqua green color and the specific No. 9 design make this a unique and collectible item.