Cased Collection

Chinese blue and white cameo glass bottle, Ch ien Lung period (1736-95)
BAL2685 Chinese blue and white cameo glass bottle, Ch ien Lung period (1736-95) by Chinese School (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Chinese, out of copyright

Pair-cased verge watch, c. 1685 (silver)
740649 Pair-cased verge watch, c.1685 (silver) by Colston, Richard (c.1682-1709); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Reverse of a pair-cased verge watch, c. 1685 (silver & tortoiseshell)
740652 Reverse of a pair-cased verge watch, c.1685 (silver & tortoiseshell) by Colston, Richard (c.1682-1709); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Interior of a pair-cased verge watch, c. 1685 (silver & brass)
740651 Interior of a pair-cased verge watch, c.1685 (silver & brass) by Colston, Richard (c.1682-1709); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Side view of a pair-cased verge watch, c. 1685 (silver)
740650 Side view of a pair-cased verge watch, c.1685 (silver) by Colston, Richard (c.1682-1709); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

The Clockmaker, c. 1735 (colour engraving)
CHT247107 The Clockmaker, c.1735 (colour engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

Gold and Enamel Cased Verge Watch, c. 1650 (gold and enamel)
1217558 Gold and Enamel Cased Verge Watch, c. 1650 (gold and enamel) by Bretonneau, Auguste (fl.1633-1643); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

A filigree silver and ivory cased Megillat Esther (silver, ivory)
1766605 A filigree silver and ivory cased Megillat Esther (silver, ivory) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A filigree silver and ivory cased Megillat Esther)

Thermometer with wooden case, circa 1870 C017 / 0748
Medical thermometer with wooden case. This thermometer is English and dates from around 1870

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3573
Cupping set in a wooden case with a red lining. The set comprises of six glass cups, two scarificators, a spirit burner, a syringe and a tincture bottle

Post mortem instruments, 19th century C017 / 0745
Cased set of nineteenth century post mortem instruments including a French ear trumpet (circa 1900) and a breast pump (circa 1860)

Metal cased album containing miniature WWI photographs
A metal cased album containing miniature First World War photographs taken in and around Albert. Commemorative Ware

Advert for Asprey travel clocks 1936
Ados travelling clocks, luminous hands in morocco or pigskin, crocodile or lizard case. Also a 8-day clock aneroid, thermometer and automatic calendar, all you ever need! Date: 1936

Trocars and cannulae, 19th century C017 / 3549
Cased set of three trocars and cannulae. Trocars which have a sharp, three edged point at one end and are passed through the cannula (hollow tube) for insertion into blood vessels or body cavities

Two lancets and shagreen case, circa 1790 C017 / 3561
Green shagreen (rough, granular surfaced leather) lancet case with two tortoiseshell lancets. Lancets are double-edged surgical blades with a pointed end

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3552
Cupping set in a brass-bound mahogany case. The set comprises of a brass syringe, scarificator and glass cups. This set would have been used in a procedure called wet cupping

Sphygmometer by Collin, circa 1900 C017 / 6972
Sphygmometer in its case. This sphygmometer was made in France, around 1900 by Collin, a well known French instrument maker

Drainage trocar with cannulae, circa 1860 C017 / 6949
Dr. Southeys drainage trocar with 3 cannulae in their case. This set dates from 1860 and is made by Arnold and Sons, England

Bennet percussor, circa 1860 C017 / 6934
Bennet percussor with ivory pleximeter dating from 1860s, England. A percussor is a small hammer used for testing reflexes and for percussive examinations of the chest

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3575
Cupping set comprising of four cups and two brass and steel scarificators. These are contained within a morocco leather case which bares the word Cookie, in gold letters on the inner lining

Curved trocars and cannulae, circa 1860 C017 / 3543
Gold coloured metal pair of curved trocars and cannulae with case. Trocars (sharped edged instruments) would be passed through the cannulae (hollow tubes)

Lancets with cases, circa 1790 -1830 C017 / 3578
Two lancets with their cases. The smaller lancet (left) dates from around 1790 and the larger (right), from around 1830. Both lancets are English and made from steel (blade) and tortoiseshell (handle)

Two lancets and their case, circa 1790 C017 / 3560
Two lancets with tortoiseshell handles and their silver and fishskin case. These were made in England by Simpson of the Strand around the year 1790

Mechanical scarificators, 19th century C017 / 3564
Two cased single-bladed mechanical scarificators made from brass and steel. Instruments such as these were designed to create wounds on the surface of the skin

Enema and stomach pump, circa 1880 C018 / 0361
Nineteenth century enema and stomach pump in a wooden case made from brass, wood, and ivory. An enema is a syringe-like device used to evacuate the lower intestinal tract through introducing fluids

Enema syringe, circa 1860 C018 / 0366
Enema syringe, manufactured by Arnold and Sons. Pictured in its wooden case, this device is made in England from brass and pewter, it dates from around the year 1860

Cylinder enema, circa 1850 C018 / 0375
Cylinder enema with pump action (in its case) dating from around 1850, England. Enema procedures involve the evacuation of the lower intestines by the introduction of fluids into the rectum

Weiss patent syringe, circa 1850 C018 / 0362
Weiss patent syringe for use as enema or stomach pump. The components of this apparatus are made from brass and ivory. It dates from around 1850, England

Weiss patent syringe, circa 1850 C018 / 0369
Weiss patent syringe for use as an enema or stomach pump. The components of this apparatus are made from brass and ivory. It dates from around 1850, England

Enema and stomach pump, circa 1870 C018 / 0374
Nineteenth century enema and stomach pump made from wood, metal, and rubber (in a wooden case). An enema is a syringe-like device used to evacuate the lower intestinal tract through introducing

Hutchinsons tropical enema, circa 1850
Hutchinsons tropical enema (assembled) with its morocco case. This piece is in brass and steel and dates from around 1850

Aspirator with needles, 19th century C017 / 3545
Nineteenth century aspirator syringe in its case with needles. This surgical instrument would have been used to draw fluid away from a vessel or cavity in the body

Cary type microscope, circa 1840 C018 / 7120
Small Cary type microscope in brass dating from around 1840, England. This model was originally designed by Charles Gould in the 1920s

Aquatic microscope, circa 1780 C018 / 7125
Simple aquatic microscope with a sharkskin case, dating from around 1780, England. The objective lens is positioned at the top

Lewis-mckenzie polygraph, circa 1900 C017 / 6947
Lewis-McKenzie polygraph, made in 1900 by Cambridge and Paul Instrument Co. This device was used to graphically record venous and arterial pulses simultaneously

Dental hygiene set, circa 1870 C017 / 8407
Comprehensive dental hygiene set in a morocco case. The set includes an inspection mirror, steel tools, and ivory handles

Dental compendium, circa 1860 C017 / 8398
Comprehensive dental compendium, complete with forceps, tooth keys, elevators, and dental picks. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8378
Five-piece dental hygiene tools set made from steel with a detachable ivory handle. These are with their case which has a built-in mirror

Dental hygiene set, circa 1821 C017 / 8373
Four steel dental hygiene tools with ivory handles dating from around 1820, England. These are shown in their original morocco case

Three-clawed toothkey, circa 1800 C017 / 8375
Unusual steel tooth key with three claws alongside its fish skin case (two further claws in case). Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8372
Boxed, eight-tool dental hygiene set with a detachable ivory handle. The set includes tongue scrapers and various dental picks

Three-clawed tooth key, circa 1800 C017 / 8371
Unusual steel tooth key with three claws in a fish skin case. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Dental hygiene tools, circa 1830 C017 / 8370
Twelve dental hygiene tools in their case. These are made from steel with ivory handles and date from around 1830, England

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8367
Boxed dental hygiene set with four steel tools and a detachable ivory handle. This set is English and dates from around 1820

Cased toilet set, circa 1800 C017 / 8361
Cased toilet set dating from around 1800, England. The set contains a toothbrush, tooth powder box, silver tongue scraper and toothpick

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Step into the world of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty with these stunning cased treasures. First, behold the Chinese blue and white cameo glass bottle from the Chien Lung period. Its delicate design showcases intricate patterns that transport you to ancient China, where artistry flourished. Next, immerse yourself in history as you explore a pair-cased verge watch crafted around 1685. Made of silver, its exterior exudes elegance while concealing a mesmerizing interior of silver and brass gears meticulously assembled by skilled hands. Marvel at the reverse side of this timepiece, adorned with a combination of silver and tortoiseshell that adds an unexpected touch of luxury. Every angle reveals another layer of detail, captivating both watch enthusiasts and admirers alike. Transporting us further back in time is "The Clockmaker, " a vibrant colour engraving from 1735. This artwork captures the essence of an era when clockmaking was not only a craft but also an expression of artistic brilliance. For those who appreciate opulence combined with functionality, feast your eyes upon a gold and enamel cased verge watch dating back to 1650. Its shimmering surface reflects light like no other as it graces your wrist or pocket - truly a statement piece for any discerning collector. Venturing beyond timepieces brings us to an extraordinary filigree silver and ivory cased Megillat Esther. This masterpiece combines precious materials in perfect harmony to house one of Judaism's most cherished scrolls - an embodiment of faith preserved through generations. Shifting our focus to photography's early days, we encounter a metal-cased album containing miniature WWI photographs. These tiny glimpses into history capture moments frozen in time - each image telling its own story amidst the chaos and bravery witnessed during war. Asprey travel clocks take center stage next as we delve into their advert from 1936.