Record

Reference NumberREAD/261
TitleTool
Date1875-1925
DescriptionA tool consisting of a wooden handle and a metal shaft ending in a curved, T-shaped tip that splits into two parts. These parts can be opened by sliding a metal ring along the shaft. When opened, each part reveals a toothed edge: one side has a single tooth, while the other side has two teeth.
Extent1 item
Dimensions145mm x 15mm x 25mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameTool/Implement
TermMiscellaneous Equipment
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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