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Artificial leech and syringes, circa 1840 C017 / 3582
Artificial leech with two syringes, patented by Baron Heurteloup. Artificial leeches were a mechanical instrument which superseded the use of real leaches in the practice of bloodletting which

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

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

Carved horn Lancet case, 18th century C017 / 3553
This lancet case was made in and exported from china in 1790. It is carved from horn with an extremely detailed traditional oriental scene

Crude cupping glass, 17th century C017 / 3583
Crude cupping glass dating from the seventeenth century. Cupping procedures were historically used in medicine up until the late nineteenth century

Bennet percussor, circa 1860 C017 / 6971
Bennet percussor dating from 1860s, England. A percussor is a small hammer used for testing reflexes and for percussive examinations of the chest

Antique veterinary fleam and bloodstick C017 / 3555
Nineteenth century brass veterinary fleam with four steel blades and a wooden bloodstick. In nineteenth century veterinary practice

Cupping set, 19th century C017 / 3589
Cupping set dating from around the year 1850, England. This set comprises of a twelve bladed steel and brass scarificator with two cups, a syringe, and a spirit burner

Six blade scarificator, 20th century C017 / 3571
Six blade scarificator, made in France around the year 1900. This instrument is made from steel and was designed to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Scarificators and blades, circa 1800 C017 / 3559
Three multi-bladed scarificators, with spare blades. Scarificators such as these were used to create wounds on the surface of the skin, principally for wet cupping procedures

Baby feeder, late 18th century C018 / 7114
Pewter bubby pot or baby feeder dating from the late eighteenth century, England. These pots were filled with liquid food or pap (usually a combination of milk, bread)

Bordaloue, 19th century C018 / 7133
Bordaloue from nineteenth century England, decorated with a blue and white transfer printed Chinese pattern. The bordaloue is a type of chamber pot which was specially designed for women; it is oval

Nicholson sphygmomanometer, circa 1910 C017 / 6958
Nicholson sphygmomanometer in its case, dating from 1910, America. The sphygmomanometer was originally invented by Samuel Siegfried Karl Ritter von Basch in 1881

Pewter syringe, 19th century C017 / 3544
Nineteenth century pewter syringe for administering ointment. This syringe is English and dates from around 1820

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

Two folding toothpicks, circa 1890 C017 / 8405
Two folding toothpicks, dating from around 1890. The left features two pointed toothpicks. The right is a novelty violin shape in faux tortoiseshell and has one folding toothpick and one ear scoop

Dental elevator, circa 1830 C017 / 8401
Goats foot dental elevator, made from ebony (handle) and steel. This would have been used for loosening a diseased or painful tooth or its root in preparation for extraction

Three-clawed tooth key, circa 1800 C017 / 8392
Unusual steel toothkey with three claws alongside its fish skin case (two further claws in case). Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure

Pelican tooth extractor, circa 1751 C017 / 8390
Pelican tooth extractor, made of steel with screw adjustment. These were an early type of dental forceps, so named due to their claw which was thought to resemble a pelicans beak

Mouth gag, circa 1870 C017 / 8385
Steel mouth gag with a cross hatched ebony handle. This would have been used to pry open the mouths of patients with lock-jaw or to hold the jaw in position for tooth extraction

Six tongue scrapers, 19th century C017 / 8369
Six tongue scrapers in ivory, tortoiseshell and silver. These were handcrafted personal hygiene instruments, specially designed for the removal of debris which build up on the tongue

Toothpick case circa 1800 C017 / 8362
Oval shaped toothpick case made of blonde tortoiseshell and silver with a centrally placed white cameo. This piece originates from mainland europe and dates from around 1800

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Step into the fascinating world of medical history with this peach background display. Delve into the past as you explore artifacts like artificial leeches and syringes from circa 1840, showcasing the ingenuity of early medical practices (C017 / 3582). Witness the evolution of cupping therapy with a set from the 19th century (C017 / 3552), while marveling at an intricately carved horn Lancet case dating back to the 18th century (C017 / 3553). Discover tools that were once used by physicians, such as the Bennet percussor from around 1860, highlighting advancements in diagnosing respiratory conditions (C017 /6934). Uncover an antique veterinary fleam and bloodstick, shedding light on historical animal healthcare practices (C017 /3555). Transport yourself to different eras with items like a crude cupping glass from the 17th century or scarificators and blades dating back to circa1800s (C017/3583 & C017/3559). Marvel at technological innovations like Collin's sphygmometer from approximately1900 or Nicholson's sphygmomanometer circa1910, which revolutionized blood pressure measurement techniques (C017/6972 & C107/6959). Immerse yourself in this captivating collection that showcases humanity's quest for healing throughout time. From ancient remedies to groundbreaking inventions, these artifacts offer a glimpse into our enduring pursuit of better health.