Circular amputation knive by Reynolds of Leverpool

Made:
1810-1860 in Liverpool
maker:
Reynolds & Brandon Limited
Circular amputation knive by Reynolds of Leverpool, c.1840

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Circular amputation knive by Reynolds of Leverpool, c.1840
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Circular amputation knive by Reynolds of Leverpool, c.1840

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600609
Materials:
blade, steel and handle, wood
Measurements:
length 293 mm
blade: length 170 mm
blade: width 22 mm
type:
amputation knives

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