Operation set by Weiss, c. 1830

Made:
1830-1836 in London
maker:
Weiss, John

Operation set comprising 48 surgical instruments in a case, made by Weiss, London, c.1836, owned by Mr Raymond Russell. The case is inscribed 'Razor maker to his Majesty'. Some instruments have a crown and "G. R" in addition to Weiss's name. Some scalpels and bistouries signed "Simpson."

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A500457
Materials:
wood (unidentified), brass (copper, zinc alloy), silk velvet and steel (metal)
type:
surgical instrument
credit:
Mr. Raymond Russell