Record

Reference NumberREAD/49
TitleCaustic Case
Date1875-1925
DescriptionCylindrical caustic case made of ivory, featuring a grooved cap with a longitudinal slit and a metal ring, which serves as a securing mechanism when a sharp is inserted.
Extent2 items
Dimensions70mm x 10mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameCase
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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