Scalpel, metal, made by Arnold and Sons

Made:
1901-1930 in London
maker:
Arnold and Sons

Scalpel, metal, made by Arnold and Sons, London, 1901-1930

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A683144
Materials:
steel and handle, metal (plated)
Measurements:
total: length 150 mm
max: width 37 mm
blade: length 10 mm
type:
scalpels

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