60442-16 - (GETTYSBURG SURGEON'S KIT)

(GETTYSBURG SURGEON'S KIT)

$2,750.00
60442-16

A fine Gettysburg relic, a complete ca. 1860 surgeon's kit from a local Gettysburg family and which undoubtedly was in the town at the time of the epic battle. The implements includes nine scalpels, two hooks, a bone chisel, bone saw, scissors, handle, and two retractors, all set into a fitted fabric-lined wood case. The case lacks two thin pieces of wood at the sides, with corners and a split at bottom which have been re-glued, the (sharp!) implements are in very good condition. Of course, many local physicians tended to the wounded from both sides during and after the battle; it's entirely possible this kit "saw action" as well. Originates from respected Gettysburg relic dealers The Horse Soldier.