V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone, C.1967, Artifact-037, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
1.0 Cubic Feet 1 box
Abstract:
This pistonphone is housed inside of a wooden box with two metal buckle closures. Inside the wooden box is a black velvet lining with inlays that hold the four pieces of the pistonphone. A black strap on the interior lid of the box holds four sheets of paper that deal with cerifictation and proccessing of the pistonphone.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone, C.1967, Artifact-037, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This pistonphone is housed inside of a wooden box with two metal buckle closures. Labels between the buckles read "V.P.I. RESEARCH DIVISION 0400" and "BRUEL & kJAER." There are two additional labels on the back of the box that read "B & K INSTRUMENTS, INC. 5111 EST 164 STREET CLEVELAND, OHIO 44142 (216)267-4800" and "BRUEL & KRAJER TYPE 4220 SERIAL 210273." Stamped on the back of the box below these labels is "Made in Denmark." Inside the wooden box is a black velvet lining with inlays that hold the four pieces of the pistonphone. A black strap on the interior lid of the box holds four sheets of paper that deal with cerifictation and proccessing of the pistonphone. The condition is good, minor marks on the wooden box.

Acquisition information:
This collection was acquired by the Special Collections and University Archive in July 2024.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the V.P.I. Research Division Pistonphone was completed in June 2025.

Indexed terms

Subjects:
University History