S-spun cordage
Manufacturer / Maker
Dietrich W. Kolbe
(1824/5 - 1878)
Association
M. L. Amick
(1843 - 1904)
Used byUsed by
M. L. Amick
(1843 - 1904)
Date1863-65
Mediumfabric
DimensionsOverall: 1/16 in. (0.2 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, from the descendants of John (Jackie) Taylor: Gwyn Fair Ellis; Willett Taylor Fair; James Taylor Rock; and Kenneth Willett Rock
Terms
Object numberPC2002.26.64
DescriptionA spool of thread likely used for suturing. The thread is fed through the eye of a needle and then guided through the opening of a wound. By tightening the thread, the wound is closed. The cords are 2-ply, 2-twist, and S-spun. On View
Not on view