Retractable gold tooth-pick

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Object numberHC.J.12.X.14
TitleRetractable gold tooth-pick
DescriptionRetractable gold tooth-pick in a tubular sheath and a thermometer. In an ivory pocket case with a compass set in the exterior and a mirror on the interior of the lid. Obviously made to a special order for a person who was insistent on knowing both temperature and magnetic meridian.
Marked *Schmalcalder, 82 Strand.
1811-1814
Production date 1811 - 1814
Production periodNineteenth century, early
Object nameTooth-pick
Object categoryDental
Dimensions
- Tooth pick Length: 6.9 cm
Diameter: 0.4 cm
Case Length: 6.8 cm
Width: 2.8 cm
Depth: 1.2 cm