Needle

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

Used byUsed by M. L. Amick (1843 - 1904)

Date1863-65

Mediumsteel

Dimensions1 1/2 in. (3.8 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 numberPC2002.26.27

DescriptionA curved needle used for skin suturing. The needle is curved to 3/8ths of a circle, indicated by the shallow curve of the needle shaft. Curved needles are used in confined locations, where the skin or tissue may not be easily accessible by a straight needle. The blunt end is eyed, so thread would be tied to it.

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