Anestube Syringe
Manufacturer / MakerCreated by
Novocol Chemical Mfg Co.
Dateca. 1955
Mediummetal
Dimensions7 1/8 × 2 1/2 × 3/4 in. (18.1 × 6.4 × 1.9 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. John Roberts
Object numberPC1999.87.113
DescriptionThis object is a Dental Aspirating Syringe used to administer local anesthesia during dental procedures. The object has a wide, horizontal plunger at the top, with two, slightly curved metal flanges on opposite sides located just below. The cylindrical barrel of the syringe is open on one side, with a large oval-shaped hole on the reverse side. "NOVOCOL CHEM CO. / BROOKLYN.N.Y. / PATAPPLD.FOR / F / PATENT NO.1.839.695" is stamped below the hole on the lower barrel. The tip of the object has a very small, cylindrical socket with exterior screw-like serrations in order to insert various needle tips. There is very little to no corrosion visible on the object.On View
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