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Case of trephining instruments

HC.I.1.10

Edinburgh Alexander Still (Manufacturer), Evans

Cranial surgical instruments (ten instruments and attachments) in a wood rectangular case, veneered with a dark coloured Chagrin (shark skin) with a compartmentalised, red velvet interior. The case has a brass escutcheon (no key) to the front, with hook fasteners. Brass back hinges that overlap on the lid that has a central lozenge. Drop handles to front and brass studs as feet. A list of instruments and attachments are listed below: • One rosewood ‘T’ handle and metal sleeve • Two circular saw attachments • One small brass receptacle • One attachment with spear shaped point. 70mm length. • Scissor shaped tool (Evans). 145mm in length. • Pallet knife with rosewood handle with flat metal shaft with rasp to end. • Instrument with pear shaped rosewood handle, metal shaft with cap to end. • Instrument with pear drop rosewood handle, metal shaft with flat square end. • Drop nose knife (Evans) with rosewood handle. Case of trephine instruments, Alexander Still of Edinburgh, probably late 18th century.

Nineteenth century, early