Tourniquet

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

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

Date1863-65

Mediumfabric

Dimensions1 1/4 in. (3.2 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 numberPC2002.26.54

DescriptionRed belt with a brass screw for tightening. Tourniquets were used to constrict blood flow to the lower part of an extremity to prepare for amputation. The belt is tied around the limb and the handled screw is turned to constrict veins and arteries.

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