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Sixteen safety pins, steel, plated, 1880-1920
The modern safety pin was invented in the United States in 1849 and it became a standard, everyday tool for hospital nurses. It was useful in numerous ways, most obviously to secure bandages and nappies.
Eleven safety pin, steel, plated, 1880-1920
The modern safety pin was invented in the United States in 1849 and it became a standard, everyday tool for hospital nurses. It was useful in numerous ways, most obviously to secure bandages and nappies.
Five safety pins, steel, plated, 1880-1920
The modern safety pin was invented in the United States in 1849 and it became a standard, everyday tool for hospital nurses. It was useful in numerous ways, most obviously to secure bandages and nappies.
