Bone apple scoop

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Object numberHC.J.14.X.4
TitleBone apple scoop
DescriptionApple Scoop. Nineteenth century.
Apple scoop made from metacarpus of a small animal. The marrow has been hollowed out and the natural curve of the bone used as a spoon to scrape off portions of apple where dentures could not be afforded due to their expense.
Production periodNineteenth century
Object nameApple Scoop
Object categoryDental
MaterialBONE
Dimensions
- Length: 11 cm
Width: 3 cm
Depth: 2 cm