An aspirating syringe set in a leather case, measuring 28 x 10 x 5 cm. The black leather case has a red silk lining and metal slide clasps. The set includes: 1) two lengths of white rubber tubing, 2) aspirating syringe, 3) twin stopcock assembly, 4) three hypodermic needles, 5) five needle cleaners or probes, and 6) a metal tube, 14.8 cm in length. The set was donated by Charles E. Littlehales, M.D. The case has been torn on the top, and the tear was repaired with paste. The rubber tubing has hardened.
Digital photograph of an aspirating syringe set in a black leather case with red silk lining. The case has been opened to show the contents, and the manufacturers name can just be seen stamped in gold on the inner lid.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 22B