Tongue depressor

Object number@LXF
TitleTongue depressor
DescriptionTongue depressor used to hold down the patients tongue during an examination of the mouth and throat.
Made of ebony.
Production periodNineteenth century, late, Twentieth century, early
Object nameTongue depressor
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialWood, ebony
Dimensions
- Length: 13.5 cm
Width: 9.0 cm