Glass insulator collecting

Glass insulator collecting involves preserving and studying vintage glass components used on power and telegraph lines. These insulators, made in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, were designed to prevent electrical currents from leaking and to support wires on poles. Collectors value them for their historical significance, variety of shapes, colors, and manufacturing techniques. As a hobby, it combines historical curiosity with appreciation of early electrical and communication technology, often leading to the preservation of these artifacts. Collecting can be both an educational pursuit and a way to connect with the engineering heritage of early electrical infrastructure.