Case of amputation instruments

Object numberED.CS.2003.8.2
TitleCase of amputation instruments
CreatorYoung
DescriptionPresentation case of amputating instruments. Brass mounted mahogany cased set of amputating instruments, by Young of Edinburgh, velvet lined. Labelled “Presented to presented to Angus MacGregor for first prize, Senior Class of Surgery, University of Edinburgh, Session 1848-49."
Production date 1849 - 1849
Production periodNineteenth century, mid
Object nameAmputating set
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialWood, ebony, Wood, mahogany, Steel, Brass
Dimensions
- Length: 45.50 cm
Open Width: 39.00 cm
Depth: 4.00 cm