ca. 1939-1944
A World War II-era Japanese vaccination kit, donated by John B. White, M.D., in January 1945. The finished wood case has a metal clasp, and measures 12 x 8 x 3 cm. The lid is engraved with black Japanese characters. The kit contains: 1) four metal lancets with thumb holders, 2) two square glass specimen containers with lids, and 3) glass dropper in a black lacquered tube case. The set is in good condition.
Digital photograph of a World War II-era Japanese vaccination kit, set on a gray counter. The case lid has been opened, and some of the contents have been removed to the counter. A small typed note can also be seen. A ruler has been placed in the foreground for size comparison.
Medical Museum Collection, Box 58