Record

Reference NumberREAD/135
TitleFolding Fleam
Date1875-1925
DescriptionA folding fleam, consisting of a fleam secured and housed in a brass sheath with an ivory insert to protect the blades. The blade, engraved with 'READ', can be extended using a small hinged lever.
Extent9 items
Dimensions70mm x 10mm x 30mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameFleam
TermTherapeutics -- Instrumentation
Blood Loss, Surgical
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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