Knife

Date
Circa 1885
Description
Double bladed knife after Valentine, devised for cutting sections as a precursor of the microtome. The two blades are adjusted to the desired spacing by turning two screws.

Object detail

Date
Medium
Metal and brass.
Measurements
1.3 x 16.8 x 2.4 cm
Accession Number
MHM00525
Object Type
Medical History Museum Category

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