Dental key

Object numberHC.J.3.X.15
TitleDental key
DescriptionOrnamented straight shaft key, late 18th century.
It has a plain bolster and the fixed claw has a hollowed margin. The ivory handle has cicular embellishments carved around it on four places on each side and in the centre. Object number carved into the handle.
Production date c. 1775 - c. 1800
Production periodEighteenth century, late
Object nameKey
Object categoryDental
Dimensions
- Height: 14.5 cm
Width: 8 cm
Depth: 2 cm