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.