Medical instrument
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Stainless steel
Measurements
11 mm (Width) x 5 mm (Depth); 103 mm (Length)
Collection
The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1514505.16
Summary
Surgeons scalpel blade lifter. A flat tool with insert guides. The inscription on the top of the handle reads "SWANN" SURGEONS SCALPEL BLADE LIFTER PLACE UNDER HANDLE - PRESS TOGETHER PULL OFF BLADE USING FORCEPS. Part of a twentieth century mortuary set.
Provenance
Gifted to The National Trust.
Marks and inscriptions
On top of the handle: "SWANN" SURGEONS SCALPEL BLADE LIFTER PLACE UNDER HANDLE - PRESS TOGETHER PULL OFF BLADE USING FORCEPS.