Two Spring Lancets in case

Two Spring Lancets in case

Stock Number: 350511B

950

Dimensions

Mahogany lancetcase 7,5 x 2,5 x 2 cm

Circa

1780

Category: Surgical instruments

Description

A set of two single blad scarificators in original mahogany case, C 1780. Other name is Schnapper because it is invented by a German in C 1680. The steal spring and lancet is cased in a brass case, and in working other. There are small damage on the top of the blades, see pictures. Measurements mahogany lancetcase 7,5 x 2,5 x 2 cm.

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NL Van Leest Antiques

Van Leest Antiques

Van Leest Antiques, based in Utrecht in the Netherlands, specialises in antique scientific and medical instruments. Their collection covers mainly scientific and medical antique instruments: barometers, globes and planataria, nautical instruments, anatomical models, and pharmacy items. Toon Van Leest travels regularly in Europe and visits trade fairs, auctions, and antique dealers to collect stock and to find pieces to fulfil his clients' unusual requests.

As well as being an avid antique collector and dealer, Toon Van Leest is also a dentist. He believes that antiques are a stable investment, not reliant on trends or fashion, and have truly lasting value. Above all, he says, antiques are timeless and never lose their beauty.