Scissors

Manufacturer / Maker Dietrich W. Kolbe 1824/5 - 1878

Used byUsed by M. L. Amick 1843 - 1904

Date1863-65

Mediumsteel

Dimensions5 × 1 3/4 × 1/4 in. (12.7 × 4.4 × 0.6 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of the descendants of John (Jackie) Taylor: Gwyn Fair Ellis, Willett Taylor Fair, James Taylor Rock, and Kenneth Willett Rock

Object numberPC2002.26.12

DescriptionMedical scissors made of steel. Small patches of tarnish are found in certain areas. The handles have openings for one finger on each side. The blades are offset roughly 30 degrees from the handles.

Scissors used in the medical field were used to access the working area, cutting away clothing, sutures, and skin.

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