Blunt hook

Blunt hook, probably blade only, suspected composite instrument

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Blunt hook, probably blade only, suspected composite instrument
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Blunt hook, probably blade only, suspected composite instrument, steel, handle ebony and plated brass, 19th century

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A615530
Materials:
steel, handle, brass (plated) and handle, ebony
Measurements:
shank: length 177 mm
shank: width 46 mm
shank: height 11 mm
handle: length 126 mm
handle: width 26 mm
handle: height 22 mm
together: length 297 mm
together: width 25 mm
together: height 46 mm
type:
blunt hooks