Surgical Tool Handle
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Dateca. 1940
Mediummetal
Dimensions4 3/4 × 1/2 × 3/16 in. (12.1 × 1.3 × 0.5 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. John Roberts
Object numberPC1999.87.41
DescriptionThis object is a thin metal handle used for a variety of surgical purposes. A small, cylindrical socket is present at the tip of the object where various other surgical devices such as scalpel blades or retractors can be inserted. There is very little to no corrosion visible on the object.On View
Not on viewTerms
ca. 1955
ca. 1950
