Reference NumberCSFH/9/22
TitleDouble-Ended Volkmann Bone Curette
Date1925-1975
Creator NameFannin Ltd, medical supply company, 1829-
DescriptionDouble-ended bone curette of the Volkmann's type. It is composed of a double-ended oval differently sized tips, and a central handle with ridged pattern. Inscribed with "Stainless Steel" and the letter "C" on one side of the handle; and "Fannin" manufacturer's mark and a manually inscribed "Theatre" on the other. It is used to scrape off small and large bone surfaces.
Extent1 item
Dimensions200mm x 10mm x 3mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSurgical Instruments
TermAutopsy -- instrumentation
Orthopaedics -- Instrumentation
Dissection
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/3213Fannin & Co. Ltd.; 1829-; medical supply company1829-
DS/UK/64Dublin; Cork Street Fever Hospital; 1801-19531801-1953
DS/UK/4873Volkmann; Richard von (1830-1889); Orthopedic Surgeon1830-1889
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