Surgical instrument

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This bronze surgical instrument was found at Cramond in Midlothian. It is one of several medical tools found together which belonged to a Roman doctor. Its function is unknown. The tools were used between 140 and 210 AD.

Roman surgical instrument of bronze, from Cramond, Midlothian, 140 - 210 AD

The Roman army medical service was impressively equipped and could deal with a variety of injuries. They had eye lotions, potions and powders, and a range of surgical instruments.

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• Online ID: 000-100-102-514-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.FT 84
• Date: 140 - 210 AD
  Between 140 and 210 AD
  
• Material: Flat curved blade at one end, small flat disc at the other; stem round, divided into two
  
• Dimensions: 5.50" L
  
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• Who: Clerk of Penicuik Collection (Object from this collection)
  
• Where: Scotland, Midlothian, Cramond
  
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