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Bone Brush
Bone Brush
Bone Brush

Bone Brush

Manufacturer / Maker Dietrich W. Kolbe 1824/5 - 1878
Used byUsed by M. L. Amick 1843 - 1904
Date1863-65
Mediumbristle, metal
Dimensions3 7/8 x 5/8 x 1/4 in. (9.9 x 1.6 x 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 numberPC2002.26.59
DescriptionA metal brush used for dusting away sawdust from bone amputations. The bristles are strong enough to be run through the teeth of a saw to clean them.
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