Scalpel
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Stainless steel
Measurements
18 mm (Width) x 4 mm (Depth); 177 mm (Length); 65 mm (Length); 11 mm (Width)
Collection
The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1514505.20
Summary
Stainless steel medical scalpel with a moulded handle for easy grip and a pointed blade. The inscription reads MAW SON & SONS. Part of a twentieth century mortuary set.
Provenance
Gifted to The National Trust.
Marks and inscriptions
Along the top edge of the handle: MAW SON & SONS