Medical instrument
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Stainless steel
Measurements
5 mm (Width) x 15 mm (Depth); 148 mm (Length)
Collection
The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1514505.11
Summary
Gouge like medical instrument with a grooved handle and a scooped blade. The inscription at the end of the handle reads MAW LONDON. Part of a twentieth century mortuary set.
Provenance
Gifted to The National Trust.
Marks and inscriptions
At the end of the handle: MAW LONDON