Case, Instrument (Restorative)

Object numberHC.J.9.X.23
TitleCase, Instrument (Restorative)
DescriptionFitted smooth-grained dark green morocco covered case containing six instruments with ivory octagonal handles. Lid has decorative border frames on it with an oval metal plate. Late nineteenth-century.
Case lined with ochre velvet and red trim around the case. All metal shafts taper into their different tips:
2 have a curved flat hook end. 2 have a diamond chisel tip. 2 have a perpendicular teardrop shaped tip.
Case may not be original to the set, as one instrument doesn't seem to fit in it.
For removing salivary calculus.
Production periodNineteenth century, late
SubjectDental instruments, Various
Object nameCase, Instrument (Restorative)
Object categoryDental
Materialmorocco
Dimensions
- Length: 21 cm
Width: 7.5 cm
Depth: 8 cm