Lancet case with lancets, circa 1800 C017 / 3587
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Lancet case with lancets, circa 1800 C017 / 3587
Silver lancet case containing tortoiseshell and steel lancets. Lancets are double edged surgical blades with a pointed end. These instruments were used to open patients veins for bloodletting. This was a common practice in medicine until the late nineteenth century and was believed to treat a range of ailments by removing surplus bodily humours (fluids within the body). These items are English and date from around the year 1800
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1800 Antique Blade Blades Bleed Bleeding Blood Letting Bloodletting Case Cases Container Containers Instrument Instruments Lancet Lancets Nineteenth Century Red Background Silver Steel Surgery Surgical Tortoiseshell
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This print showcases a Lancet case with lancets dating back to the early 19th century. The exquisite silver case, adorned with tortoiseshell and steel lancets, represents a significant piece of medical history. Lancets were double-edged surgical blades designed with a pointed end, primarily used for bloodletting during this era. Bloodletting was an extensively practiced medical procedure until the late 1800s, believed to cure various ailments by eliminating excess bodily fluids or humours. This particular set of instruments hails from England around the year 1800 and provides us with a glimpse into the surgical practices of that time. The red background accentuates the striking contrast between the silver case and its sharp blades. Each component within this historical container tells a story of centuries-old surgery techniques and remedies employed in England. As we marvel at these antique tools today, it is fascinating to reflect on how far medicine has progressed since then. Bloodletting may seem archaic now, but it played an integral role in shaping our understanding of healthcare throughout history. This remarkable image captures not just an artifact but also serves as a reminder of our ever-evolving knowledge in medicine and how past practices have paved the way for modern advancements.
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