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Bone Curette

Manufacturer / Maker unidentified

Dateca. 1940

Mediummetal

Dimensions5 × 3/8 × 1/8 in. (12.7 × 1 × 0.3 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of John M. Casebolt, M.D.

Object numberPC1977.4.30

DescriptionThis object is a bone curette used to remove dead bone tissues during a surgical operation. The handle of the object is wider than the operating arm, and has six small serrations towards its center. Faded initials "D M" have been carved onto one side of the handle of the object towards the bottom, while initials "MBC" are carved on the reverse side. A small, circular concave scraper is located at the tip of the object at the end of the operating arm. Some rust is visible on the scraper.

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