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Large gilt-brass-and-steel spring "bloodletting" lancet, ca. 1750-1800, European, in original black

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Large gilt-brass-and-steel spring  bloodletting  lancet, ca. 1750-1800, European, in original black
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Large gilt-brass-and-steel spring "bloodletting" lancet, ca. 1750-1800, European, in original black velvet-lined case, rare. 255 grams total, the box 5-1/2" x 3". Bloodletting was a common practice in the 1700s, both for humans and for animals, but a large instrument like this was most likely used on horses. Engraved decorations, much original gilding remaining, the case intact too but with cloth hinge hanging by a thread. A rare early medical tool. With photo-certificate.