Everett Syringe

Historical information

This medical / hospital instrument was used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was built in the 1950s specifically for the increase in population due to the Kiewa Hydro Scheme.

Significance

Historical: Shows the development of scientific hospital equipment. Provenance: Used in the Tawonga District General Hospital which was remote and therefore required good equipment.

Physical description

Glass frosted white syringe with markings for measurement. Steel plunger attachments. Tape has been stuck diagonally across and around the cylinder.

Inscriptions & markings

Red lines and numbers on cylinder for measurement. 'Interchangeable EVERETT'

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