Electro aromatic belt patented against sea sickness before 1860

This is an Electro Aromatic Belt patented against sea sickness, made of leather with a brass buckle. Without a date, it is hard to say precisely when Alphonse Mosselman produced this intriguing object, but it likely speaks to a time of great faith in technology and scientific advancement. At a time when sea travel was becoming more common, particularly for those of a higher social status, the problem of sea sickness would have been a significant concern. Here, Mosselman offers a solution, a patented belt, emblazoned with what appears to be a royal crest. What does this say about the aspirations of the maker, and his intended market? Was this simply quackery, or did it offer genuine relief? Further research would be needed to establish the social, commercial, and medical context of the belt. By exploring objects such as this, the historian can reflect on the changing relationship between science, society, and individual well-being.