Camphor box

Metal camphor box, flat oval body, perforated with holes

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Metal camphor box, flat oval body, perforated with holes
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Metal camphor box, flat oval body, perforated with holes, with loop for suspension

Details

Category:
Public Health & Hygiene
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A641499
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
length 57 mm
width 36 mm
depth 11 mm
type:
box - container

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