Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2017-14/10
TitleNasal Speculum
Date1900-1949
Creator NameFannin, Medical supply company, 1829-
DescriptionThis is a Nasal Speculum, which features two screw-joint lever handles with a spring mechanism. The handles have an embossed pattern to secure grip. It has "Made In England" by "Fannin Dublin" engraved on the handles. The jaws are a smooth, conical shape, for ease of insertion into the nostrils.

Small signs of corrosion are visible on the handles and along the interior aspect of the spring mechanism, as well as at the end of the jaws.
Extent1 item
Dimensions125mmx50mmx35mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSpeculum
TermOtolaryngology -- instrumentation
Nasal Surgical Procedures
Speculum
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/3213Fannin & Co. Ltd.; 1829-; medical supply company1829-
DS/UK/5866O'Leary; John (fl. mid twentieth century); physicianfl. mid twentieth century
Places
CodeSet
NA35England/United Kingdom
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