Accession No

2482

Brief Description

lowder vectis, by S. Maw, English, 1850 (c)

Origin

England; London; 11 Aldersgate Street

Maker

Maw, S.

Class

medical

Earliest Date

1850

Latest Date

1850

Inscription Date

Material

wood (ebony); metal (steel)

Dimensions

length 305mm; breadth 55mm; depth 70mm

Special Collection

Provenance

Inscription

‘S MAW 11, Aldersgate ST LONDON’ (handle)

Description Notes

Ebony handle with steel blade and shaft running along one side of the handle. Hinged centrally (no fastening).

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