Amputation saw, 17th Century.

Made:
1601-1700
Large hacksaw-shaped amputation saw, perhaps 17th century

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Large hacksaw-shaped amputation saw, perhaps 17th century
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Large hacksaw-shaped amputation saw, perhaps 17th century

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A610710
Materials:
complete, steel and wood
Measurements:
overall: 40 mm x 620 mm x 200 mm, 1.336 kg
type:
instruments and surgery