Digital photograph of a hemoglobinometer in a case. The instrument name and manufacturers information can be seen printed on the inside lid of the velvet-lined case. A paper label affixed to the inside lid can also be seen. One of Riekers original instruments, the Dare Hemoglobinometer was a handheld instrument used to detect anemia in patients when doctors made house calls.
Dare hemoglobinometer in a black leatherette case. The case is lined in green velvet, and measures 21.6 x 10.5 x 4.5 cm. The instrument name and manufacturers information is printed in gold on the inside lid of the case: The Dare hemoglobinometer, made by Rieker Instrument Co. A paper label has been affixed to the inside lid. The case contains: 1) a small candle, with holder, 2) a small, U-shaped candle bracket, 3) one eye piece, 4) one lens apparatus, 5) one metal rod. The case is in fair condition, and the instrument is in good condition.
ca. 1920's