It is an electro-mechanical gong with the turtle shell gong installed in reverse. I think probably did this to project the sound from it better than having it turn around with the smooth side out. That is also a type of sounding board or box which it is installed in
Where did you find this?
John Hinant
Retired Member of Richmond VA Fire Bureau
October 25, 1858 - October 25, 2020 = 162 years old
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First established in 1782
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Retired Member of Richmond VA Fire Bureau
October 25, 1858 - October 25, 2020 = 162 years old
The sixth oldest paid, documented, Fire Department in the United States
First established in 1782
"In God We Trust - All Others We Take For Granted"
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