Stoneware patent leech jar, late 19th century

Leech jar, stoneware, late 19th century

Leech jar, stoneware, with lid and iron clamp for lid, inscribed 'Patent Leech Jar'.

Details

Category:
Therapeutics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A242256
Materials:
stoneware and iron
Measurements:
overall: 123 mm x 108 mm x 108 mm, 101 mm, 0.896 kg
type:
leech jars
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)