Record

Reference NumberMIMM/2018-11-2
TitleBaby Scales
Date1900-1949
Creator NamePortia Read; fl. twentieth century; [medical equipment manufacturer]
DescriptionBaby suspension scales. Engraved with infant weights and the words: "Portia/Regd." and "BABY/BALANCE/MADE IN/ENGLAND". Some rusting.
Extent1 item
Dimensions160mm (length) x 65mm (approx. diameter)
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSpring Balance
TermScales
Body Weights and Measures
Infant Care
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1802National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street; 1894-1894-
DS/UK/6014Stephenson; Edward ([1845]-1920); [obstetrician][1845]-1920
DS/UK/6013O'Brien; Niall (1934-); paediatrician1934-
DS/UK/6017Portia Read; fl. twentieth century; [medical equipment manufacturer]fl. twentieth century
Places
CodeSet
NA35England/United Kingdom
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