Record

Reference NumberREAD/107
TitleCorrigan's Button
Date1875-1925
DescriptionMetal component of Corrigan’s button, missing its original handle. It comprises a metal shaft with a curved tip, terminating in a flat, circular button. Engraved with 'READ'.
Extent1 item
Dimensions175mm x 20mm x 20mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameButton
TermCautery -- Instrumentation
Wounds and Injuries -- therapy
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/37Corrigan; Sir; Dominic John (1802-1880); 1st Baronet; physician1802-1880
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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