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Set of lithotomy sounds (12) steel plated in mahogany case

Made:
1901-1930 in London
Set of lithotomy sounds (12) steel plated in mahogany case

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Set of lithotomy sounds (12) steel plated in mahogany case
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Set of lithotomy sounds (12) steel plated in mahogany case, by Holborn Surgical Instrument Company of London, early 20th c.

Details

Category:
Surgery
Object Number:
1983-784
Materials:
steel (nickel-plated) and case, mahogany
type:
lithotomy sounds

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