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LicenseA640456, Brass pessary mould, by S. Maw, Son and Sons Ltd
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Brass pessary mould, by Maw, London, probably 2nd half of 19th century
This example shows an opened pessary mould in three parts. Moulds were in two or more pieces so it was easier to remove the pessaries from them.
Details
- Category:
- Pharmacy-ware
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A640457
- Materials:
- brass
- Measurements:
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overall: 22 mm x 85 mm x 27 mm, .33kg
- type:
- pessary mould
