Post-Medieval — 17th century
Urethal syringe
Brass syringe with a cylindrical body, removable cap and long spout and plunger. Syringes like this were used to pierce and drain fluid and pus from swellings.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- 25533
- Object name:
- Urethal syringe
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- 17th century
- Material:
copper alloy, brass
- Measurements/duration:
- L (closed) 182 mm, L (extended) 280 mm, DM 20 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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