Scarificator - Gilt brass - Scarifier
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Antique brass scarificator from circa 1900–1910, French origin, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear.
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Authentic and rare medical surgical instrument from the 19th century: a scarificator with concealed blades (sometimes called the German scarificator or "bloodletting box"). Entirely made of solid brass with an internal steel mechanism, this object is a superb testimony to the history of medicine and surgery in the 19th century.
Operation and Mechanism:
This precision device was used to perform bleeding or vaccinations quickly and regularly:
Face for application: The octagonal base features a grid of parallel slits designed to let a series of sharp blades pass through.
Firing lever: The curved metal lever allows the strong internal spring to be tensioned and to retract the blades inside the brass block.
Adjustment wheel: The micrometric screw on top allows very precise control of the blade exit depth.
Trigger: The small lateral button acts as a trigger to release the blades in one swift motion.
Condition:
Very good aesthetic and mechanical condition.
The mechanism is complete: the lever cocks perfectly and the trigger mechanism releases clearly.
Magnificent original brass patina, preserved as is, not polished to maintain all the authenticity of its historical patina.
Dimensions & Technical Details
Material: Solid brass, mechanism and screws in steel.
Era: 19th century (Circa 1850 - 1880).
Category: Cabinet of curiosities / antique medical objects.
Dimensions: 3 x 3.5 x 4 cm
Weight: 160 g
Packaging: Ultra-secure professional packaging (thick bubble wrap and rigid box) to protect the precision mechanism.
Shipping: Fast dispatch
Authentic and rare medical surgical instrument from the 19th century: a scarificator with concealed blades (sometimes called the German scarificator or "bloodletting box"). Entirely made of solid brass with an internal steel mechanism, this object is a superb testimony to the history of medicine and surgery in the 19th century.
Operation and Mechanism:
This precision device was used to perform bleeding or vaccinations quickly and regularly:
Face for application: The octagonal base features a grid of parallel slits designed to let a series of sharp blades pass through.
Firing lever: The curved metal lever allows the strong internal spring to be tensioned and to retract the blades inside the brass block.
Adjustment wheel: The micrometric screw on top allows very precise control of the blade exit depth.
Trigger: The small lateral button acts as a trigger to release the blades in one swift motion.
Condition:
Very good aesthetic and mechanical condition.
The mechanism is complete: the lever cocks perfectly and the trigger mechanism releases clearly.
Magnificent original brass patina, preserved as is, not polished to maintain all the authenticity of its historical patina.
Dimensions & Technical Details
Material: Solid brass, mechanism and screws in steel.
Era: 19th century (Circa 1850 - 1880).
Category: Cabinet of curiosities / antique medical objects.
Dimensions: 3 x 3.5 x 4 cm
Weight: 160 g
Packaging: Ultra-secure professional packaging (thick bubble wrap and rigid box) to protect the precision mechanism.
Shipping: Fast dispatch
Details
No. of items
1
Weight
160 g
Brass type
Gilt brass
Title additional information
Scarifier
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Length
4 cm
Width
3 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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