Bloodletting Knife

1931.05.0002B

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    Basic Information

    Artifact Identification Bloodletting Knife   (1931.05.0002B)
    Classification/
    Nomenclature
    1. Science & Technology T&E
    2. :
    3. Medical & Psychological T&E
    4. :
    5. Medical Instruments
    Artist/Maker None
    Geographic Location
    Period/Date 18th century
    Culture German

    Physical Analysis

    Dimension 1 (Length) 5.2 cm
    Dimension 2 (Width) 2.5 cm
    Dimension 3 (Depth) 1.2 cm
    Weight 24 g
    Measuring Remarks None
    Materials Metal
    Manufacturing Processes Cast, Forging
    Munsell Color Information Dark Gray (N 2.75) -ns Dark Grayish Yellow ( 2.5 Y 6/4) -ns

    Research Remarks

    Published Description N/A
    Description N/A
    Comparanda N/A
    Bibliography

    McKay, Hill, & Buckler, History of Western Society, p.

    Artifact History

    Archaeological Data N/A
    Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
    Reproduction no
    Reproduction Information N/A

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