Silver etui with 3 lancets, 18th century C017 / 3591
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Silver etui with 3 lancets, 18th century C017 / 3591
Silver etui engraved with a lion design and three 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 date from around the year 1790
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1700s 1790 1790s 18th Century Antique Blade Blades Bleed Blood Letting Bloodletting Case Cases Container Containers Eighteenth Century Instrument Instruments Lancet Lancets Lion Surgery Surgical Blue Background Double Edged Etui
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of medical history - a Silver etui with 3 lancets from the 18th century. The intricately engraved silver case features an exquisite lion design, adding to its allure and elegance. Within this small container lie three double-edged surgical blades known as lancets, each possessing a pointed end. During the 18th century, these lancets played a crucial role in the practice of bloodletting, a widely accepted medical treatment at that time. By opening patients' veins using these lancets, physicians believed they could remove excess bodily fluids or humours to alleviate various ailments. This technique remained prevalent until the late nineteenth century. The significance of this artifact lies not only in its historical value but also in its representation of medical advancements during that era. It serves as a reminder of how far medicine has progressed since then. Against a serene blue background, this photograph allows us to appreciate both the beauty and functionality of these instruments from around 1790. As we gaze upon this antique treasure, we are transported back to an age where surgical tools were meticulously crafted works of art designed for healing purposes. This image is brought to you by SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY – your gateway into exploring fascinating scientific visuals without any commercial associations.
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