Record

Reference NumberREAD/269
TitleScissors in Case
Date1925-1975
DescriptionA rectangular leather case with a zipper (engraved with 'Lightining'), designed to open like a book. The interior is lined with blue velvet (now discoloured) and features two leather compartments, one on each side. One compartment secures a metal nail scissor, consisting of two screw-joined shafts ending with finger rings on one end and sharp blades on the other. The scissor is engraved with “Empire Forged Steel.” The second compartment is empty, indicating that the other instrument is missing.
Extent2 parts (incomplete)
Dimensions110mm x 20mm x 60mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameScissors
Instrument Case
TermBathroom Equipment
Miscellaneous Equipment
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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