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Instrument, Dental

Object Name:
Instrument, Dental
Object ID:
1981.045.10
Description:
Tool, dental. Very fine grained bone or antler handle with translucent nature of surface and lack of grain in pores at end of handle. Hexagonal handle tapers slightly to hexagonal metal ferrule and hexagonal steel shaft that tapers to diameter of 0.10". At end, flattened oval surface at right angle to shaft. Edges sharp and surfaces polished. No maker's marks.
Material:
Metal
Bone
Dimensions:
L-5.15 Dia-0.6 inches Weight-1.176 oz
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Dental Society Loan
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