Digital photograph of a set of surgical knives in a purple velvet- and silk-lined case. The case has been opened to reveal the contents, and three knives have been placed on the counter in front of the case.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 10
A set of surgical knives in a black leather case with metal clasps. The case measures 36 cm x 14 cm x 4 cm and is lined in purple velvet and silk. The inside front edge of the case bears the manufacturers label, while "Dr. J.E. Bingham" is stamped on the top cover. The set contains eight amputation knives and five minor surgery knives. The case was donated by Oliver Nisbet, M.D., in August 1965.
ca. 1900-1920