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Digital photograph of an amputation and trepanning set. The purple velvet-lined case has been set on a gray counter, and opened to show the contents. A typed identification label can also be seen. A ruler, shown for size comparison, can just be seen in the bottom edge of the image.
A set of instruments for amputation and trepanning, manufactured by F.G. Otto & Sons, New York. The set is in a finished wooden case measuring 33 x 13.5 x 8 cm. The case has brass fixtures and is lined with purple velvet. A compartment on the inner lid is covered by a purple velvet divider held in place by brass pivot holders. The set seems to be missing some instruments. The case contains: 1) brass trephine with black lacquered handle, 2) small bristle brush, 3) chromed skull saw with ebony handle, 4) tourniquet with chromed buckle and cotton belt, 5) metal trepanning elevator and raspatory, and 5) catling knife with ebony handle. The instruments are in good condition.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 53
ca. 1884-1890
A set of instruments for amputation and trepanning, manufactured by F.G. Otto & Sons, New York. The set is in a finished wooden case measuring 33 x 13.5 x 8 cm. The case has brass fixtures and is lined with purple velvet. A compartment on the inner lid is covered by a purple velvet divider held in place by brass pivot holders. The set seems to be missing some instruments. The case contains: 1) brass trephine with black lacquered handle, 2) small bristle brush, 3) chromed skull saw with ebony handle, 4) tourniquet with chromed buckle and cotton belt, 5) metal trepanning elevator and raspatory, and 5) catling knife with ebony handle. The instruments are in good condition.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 53
ca. 1884-1890
