Magnetic Collection (#2)

A standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass
5309961 A standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass; (add.info.: Drawing of a standard 18th century English navigational magnetic compass. 1747.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Reconstruction of Andre-Marie Ampere's investigation of the behaviour of an electric current in a magnetic field
5311723 Reconstruction of Andre-Marie Ampere's investigation of the behaviour of an electric current in a magnetic field; (add.info)

Early transformers
5310265 Early transformers; (add.info.: Engraving depicting early transformers: Left, Faraday's first (1831) model, based on a drawing in his notebooks

William Gilberd, MD, demonstrating his Experiments to Elizabeth (litho)
8661097 William Gilberd, MD, demonstrating his Experiments to Elizabeth (litho) by Hunt, Arthur Ackland (fl.1863-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Gilberd, MD)

A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year
7340788 A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year M.D.CC, 1700-02 (engraving) by British School

Magnetizer student manual, c.1850-1900 (print)
8615290 Magnetizer student manual, c.1850-1900 (print); (add.info.: Cover of the book "Manual of the student magnetizer" by Baron du Potet (Denis, Jules Dupotet)

Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, iron filings, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst

1970s Computer Centre, Liverpool, Published 18th May 1979

Magnetic stones in Ahu Te Pito Kura, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile

Scenic aurora borealis with nice reflections and pier at night in Finland

Aurora Borealis appear over a snow covered mountain in winter landscape. Northern lights mountain landscape

The Magnetic Hill, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
The Magnetic Hill is an example of a gravity hill, a type of optical illusion created by rising and descending terrain. It is located at the northwestern edge (in the Magnetic Hill Area)

RMS Titanic - shipping chart of North Atlantic for the month of April 1912, Sheet 133, Meteorological Office, London. The chart is in colour and displays wind, sea current, sea temperature

Hans Christian Oersted (1777-1851) German physicist, discovering that electric current has an effect on magnetic
533593 Hans Christian Oersted (1777-1851) German physicist, discovering that electric current has an effect on magnetic needle. Wood engraving c1880

Magnet given by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) to Ferdinando II de Medici, c. 1608 (object)
DEX5040803 Magnet given by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) to Ferdinando II de Medici, c.1608 (object) by Galilei, Galileo (1564-1642); Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence

Avro 652 Anson I N4877 - G-AMDA of the Skyfame museum at Staverton Airport N4877 was built at the Avro factory at Newton Heath, Manchester and was taken on charge by the Royal Air Force on Nov 17

DDE-90026274
Australia, Queensland, North Coast, Magnetic Island. Rocky Coast of Geoffrey Bay. Date: 14/10/2005

Magnetic Fishes (engraving)
7193758 Magnetic Fishes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnetic Fishes. Illustration for Cassells Family Magazine (1880).); © Look and Learn

A Star of the First Magnetude (engraving)
7178096 A Star of the First Magnetude (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Star of the First Magnetude)

The Wonderful Magnet (engraving)
7182168 The Wonderful Magnet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wonderful Magnet)

The Magnetic Brush Method (plate 21), 1843. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
The Magnetic Brush Method (plate 21), 1843

Controller, Magnetic Compass, General Electric, 2CA10E1, Wiley Post crash
Cylindrical shaped panel mounted instrument, with white luminous figures on black face. Earth induction compass. On 15 August 1935

Gilt-brass cased clock-watch with alarm, sundials and lunar volvelle in the form of a
1217557 Gilt-brass cased clock-watch with alarm, sundials and lunar volvelle in the form of a book, c. 1580 (gilt-brass) by Kock, Hans (d)

I & T Rigge, Razor Makers and Cutlers, trade card (engraving)
610433 I & T Rigge, Razor Makers and Cutlers, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I & T Rigge, Razor Makers and Cutlers)

Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric
1093305 Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current, 1820 (chromolitho) by European School

The Tree of Buzancy (chromolitho)
974005 The Tree of Buzancy (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tree of Buzancy)

Magnetic needles on a terrella will point towards the north pole, A
539362 Magnetic needles on a terrella will point towards the north pole, A. other needles will do likewise, even though the surface of the terrella is uneven, as at O

The Big Laboratory viewed from the Dark Room, 1860 (w / c on paper)
TRI98479 The Big Laboratory viewed from the Dark Room, 1860 (w/c on paper) by Moore, Harriet Jane (1801-1884); 33x28 cm; The Royal Institution, London

Danish physicist Hans Christian Oersted discovering electromagnetism, 1820 (engraving)
5207629 Danish physicist Hans Christian Oersted discovering electromagnetism, 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoons, Some Probable Inventions for 1924. 1924

The magnetism, 1785 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT252902 The magnetism, 1785 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

Two Movable Horizontal Sundials, Paris, c. 1720 (gilt brass)
MFR135786 Two Movable Horizontal Sundials, Paris, c.1720 (gilt brass) by Bion, N. (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Animal Magnetism - The Operator putting his Patient into a Crisis
746860 Animal Magnetism - The Operator putting his Patient into a Crisis, from A Key to Physics, and the Occult Sciences, 1800 (hand-coloured engraving) by Sibly Ebenezer (1751-1800)

Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, magnetism experiments, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman

Dipping needle compass made by Edward Nairne, 1772
Dipping needle compass made by Edward Nairne for the Board of Longitude based on plans for the Reverend John Mitchell, Rector of Thornhill, 1772

Plans and views of magnetic compasses with dipping needles
Plans and views of magnetic compasses, including the dipping needle built by Dr. John Lorimer (1732-1795), surgeon, mathematician, politician and cartographer

Plans and views of a magnetic variation compass, early 19th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Plans and views of magnetic compasses, including one nautical compass set on a gyroscope. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal

Plans and views of a variety of magnetic compasses. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees

Ireland looking to attract back those who have left (colour litho)
3641679 Ireland looking to attract back those who have left (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ireland looking to attract back those who have left)

The magnet (chromolitho)
973970 The magnet (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The magnet. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Variety of Telegraph machinery including a Single needle telegraph of Cooke Date: circa 1850

Edwardian society womens beauty treatments 1906
Edwardian ladies believed that it was their duty as a woman to look beautiful. Showing a variety of photographs of society women enduring treatment to help repair from seasons ravages. 1

Farmers in France cultivating the ground after World War One were finding unexploded projectiles. In this drawing you can see a operator with a telephone receiver (microphone)

The ocean of magnetic force around us (litho)
994060 The ocean of magnetic force around us (litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: My Magazine Arthur Mee published 1930 s); American, out of copyright

Le Baquet magnetique de Mesmer (engraving)
3644215 Le Baquet magnetique de Mesmer (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Baquet magnetique de Mesmer. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1842)

Lapis Polaris Magnes (engraving)
3646745 Lapis Polaris Magnes (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lapis Polaris Magnes)

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"Magnetic: Unveiling the Invisible Forces" From its discovery in ancient China to cutting-edge fusion research, magnetic phenomena have captivated humanity for centuries. In 1954, the mass spectrometer revolutionized scientific analysis by utilizing magnetic fields to separate ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio. Fast forward to modern times, where fusion research has taken center stage with the tokamak device. This revolutionary technology harnesses powerful magnetic fields to confine and control plasma, paving the way for limitless clean energy possibilities. Nature's own mesmerizing display of magnetism can be witnessed in the enchanting dance between Aurora borealis and Moon. The ethereal lights are a result of charged particles from solar winds interacting with Earth's magnetic field. In medical advancements, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans have become indispensable tools in diagnosing brain tumors and other ailments. By employing strong magnets and radio waves, MRI provides detailed images without harmful radiation exposure. Pushing boundaries further is the concept levitation of superconductors. This mind-boggling phenomenon defies gravity as superconductors float above powerful magnets due to their unique ability to expel all internal magnetic fields. Taking a historical turn, we recall RMS Olympic embarking on her maiden voyage in 1911 – an iconic vessel that utilized electromagnetic propulsion systems ahead of its time. Returning once again to nature's grand spectacle, witnessing Aurora borealis illuminating night skies leaves us awestruck at Earth's harmonious interaction with our planet's geomagnetic field. Beyond science and nature lies fashion inspiration; an attractive idea emerges for gents wear incorporating magnetism into design elements - a perfect blend of style and innovation that captures attention effortlessly. Pioneers like Galileo Ferraris paved the way for understanding electromagnetism through his groundbreaking discoveries during late 19th century Italy. His work laid foundations for future technological marvels we enjoy today.