| Reference Number | MIMM/2009-1/154 |
| Title | Mouse Tooth Forceps |
| Date | 1925-1975 |
| Creator Name | Aesculap-Werke, Surgical instrument manufacturer, 1867- |
| Fannin, Medical supply company, 1829- |
| Description | This is a mouse tooth forceps, made of stainless steel (as engraved). They feature one tooth on one blade and two on the other, which interlock to provide a secure grip on tissues, making them useful in procedures that require precision and control. Engraved on them is the Aesculap logo (a snake topped with a crown) and "Fannin." Each handle features a pattern on the surface to ensure a secure grip.
Signs of wear and tear present. |
| Extent | 1 item |
| Dimensions | 160mm x 10mm x 25mm |
| Digital Collections | View online in our digital collections |
| Copyright | Free to use under the terms of the Creative Commons Licence Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) |
| Credit Line | Royal College of Physicians of Ireland |
| Object Name | Forceps |
| Term | Forceps |
| General Surgery -- Instrumentation |