Roman-era Surgical Instruments - Yale University Library

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Description

Title: Roman-era Surgical Instruments
Contributor: Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Published / Created: 2nd century AD
Description: Twenty-four Roman-era surgical instruments from 2nd century Syria. Made of bronze, the kit includes spatulas, scalpels, needles, and spoons.
Language: No linguistic content; Not applicable

Collection Information

Repository: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library
Collection Title: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume: Box 221

Subjects, Formats, And Genres

Format: still image
Genre: Artifacts
Material: metal
Subject (Geographic): Rome, Italy
Subject (Name): Bernard Kosto, M.D.
Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic): Medical instruments
Surgical Instruments

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Object ID (OID): 17319865

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