Reference NumberREAD/136
TitleFolding Tenaculum
Date1875-1925
DescriptionA folding tenaculum, consisting of a tenaculum, with a curve and sharp tip, secured and housed in a ivory sheath. The tencaulum, engraved with 'READ', can be extended using a small hinged lever.
Extent6 items
Dimensions75mm x 5mm x 10mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameTenaculum
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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