Ferguson's metacarpal saw

Made:
1801-1900 in London
maker:
Savigny and Company
Ferguson's metacarpal saw, with hinged back by Savigny, c. 1830

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Ferguson's metacarpal saw, with hinged back by Savigny, c. 1830
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Ferguson's metacarpal saw, with hinged back by Savigny, c. 1830

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600845
Materials:
blade, steel, back, nickel and handle, ivory
type:
amputation saws