Record

Reference NumberREAD/172
TitleCaustic Cases
Date1875-1925
DescriptionThree caustic cases (one incomplete), each consisting of a shaft with a handle at one end and an adjustable-angle tip. A ring at the tip would have secured the instrument in place once inserted into the longitudinal opening.
Extent3 items
Dimensions225mm x 15mm
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameCase
TermGeneral Practice -- Instrumentation
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1977Thomas Read & Co; 1744-1997; Surgical instrument makers1744-1997
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