Functional object - Scalpel handle, Swann-Morton, Post 1932

Historical information

Made in England by Swann-Morton, Sheffield. The company was founded in 1932 and manufactured scalpel handles, blades, and surgical equipment.

Physical description

The metal handle comes to a narrow protruding piece at one end. It has identical indented patterning on both sides.

Inscriptions & markings

Swamm-Morton scalpel handle BS 2892. Made in England.

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