Seton Needle, 1890-1925
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Artifact Overview
Veterinarians used a seton needle to insert a thread or cord (called a seton) beneath the skin around a wound or abscess to encourage drainage. This needle belonged to M. C. Bigelow, a veterinary doctor from Flushing, Michigan.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Needle (Piercing tool)
Date Made
1890-1925
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
81.50.39
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift in Memory of Dr. Russell Runnells. (Michigan Veterinarian Medicine Association)
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Nickel (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 11.125 in
Width: 0.625 in
Length: 0.375 in
Inscriptions
on end:
J. S. & S.
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