Box of Moore's discs

Object number@PXK
TitleBox of Moore's discs
CreatorClaudius Ash & Sons Ltd (Manufacturer)
DescriptionWooden box with holes to hold dental discs of the 7/8 in. fine cuttle fish paper. Used for cutting/sanding of teeth. Claudius Ash was an English dental manufacturer (1792-1854).
Production placeLondon
Production periodNineteenth century, late
Object nameBox of Moore's discs
Object categoryDental
MaterialWood
Dimensions
- Length: 14.00 cm
Width: 6.00 cm
Height: 6.50 cm