Scarificator, 16 blades

Item

Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction.
Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction.
Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction.
Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction.
Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction.
Title:
Scarificator, 16 blades
Description:
Sixteen-bladed square brass scarificator, blades arranged on three rods, cutting in the same direction. Two stars on top and bottom indicate proper alignment. Used in cupping.
Date:
1800s
Format:
45 x 35 x 32 mm
Materials:
steel
brass
Subject:
Surgical instruments and apparatus
Type:
medical device
Provenance:
From the collection of Gerald Rodnan, MD
Tag:
Bloodletting instruments
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