Hernia needle, by Down Bros. of London

Hernia needle, steel, plated, in wooden case, by Down Bros

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Hernia needle, steel, plated, in wooden case, by Down Bros
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Hernia needle, steel, plated, in wooden case, by Down Bros. of London, early 20th century

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Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A613417
Materials:
steel (plated), case, mahogany and case, brass
Measurements:
length 144 mm
width 6 mm
height 45 mm
case: length 168 mm
case: width 67 mm
case: height 27 mm
type:
hernia needles