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Scalpel

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by V. Mueller & Co.

Dateca. 1925

Mediummetal

Dimensions5 3/8 × 1/4 × 1/8 in. (13.7 × 0.6 × 0.3 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. John Roberts

Object numberPC1999.87.150.2

DescriptionThis object is a small surgical scalpel with an affixed blade. The handle of the object has two long, vertical serrations on opposite sides to provide ease of grip. The blade located at the top of the object is leaf-shaped, with sharpened edges. "V.MUELLER&Co." is faintly stamped at the tip of the handle towards the base of the blade. Moderate levels of corrosion are visible on the blade's surface.

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