Decapitating hook

Made:
1865-1875 in London
Decapitating hook, steel, with ebony handle, by Millikin

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Decapitating hook, steel, with ebony handle, by Millikin
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Decapitating hook, steel, with ebony handle, by Millikin, London, 1865-1875

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Object Number:
1981-1263
Materials:
steel, handle, ebony and mount, metal (alloy)
type:
decapitating hooks
credit:
Gervis, J.