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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
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