Hermann’s 1907 Patent Surgical Instrument Holder
$395.00
Hermann's 1907 Patent Instrument Holder
Dimensions
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Circa
1907
Maker
S.S. Co.
Country of manufacture
North America
Description
A very rare example of Hermann’s surgical-instrument holder, which was patented in the US on October 8, 1907, and is so marked. This finely crafted case and holder includes all the instruments necessary for minor surgery. It could be carried in a doctor’s bag, pocket or key ring and was easily sterilized. Each instrument could be removed from the holder and inserted in the holder, which also served as a handle–see third image. It is complete and in excellent condition. Length of case closed, exclusive of suspension ring: 3.75″ approx. We have not been able to find any information on its Philadelphia maker: “S.S. CO.” A copy of the drawing submitted with the patent application is shown in the last image.
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M and R Gordon
Michael and Roberta Gordon have been dealing in medical and dental antiques for more than four decades. They have helped build a number of major private collections and have contributed to the holdings of many museums. They also deal in other scientific and technology related items, including calculating instruments, office machines, patent models and wine-related accessories such as corkscrews. ROBERTA GORDON IS A SKILLED RESTORER WHO CAN HELP YOU WITH ANY INSTRUMENTS AND CASES THAT NEED ATTENTION. Feel free to contact them for details at: [email protected] or 718-541-5974
