993.1007.1: Tongue Depressor, 1891-1940

Additional Images

993.1007.1: Tongue Depressor. Folding tongue depressor
Image No. 2737 Folding tongue depressor; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Folding tongue depressor with two fenestrated ends. Trademark [serpent entwined around a staff with crown] stamped into surface.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 993.1007.1
Collection: Diagnostic, Clinical
Date: 1891-1940

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 7.9 cm
  • Width: 2.5 cm

Object Parts

Object Materials

  • metal,
  • plating

Acquisition Detail

  • Supplier: J. Stevens & Son Company Ltd
  • Owner: Dr. James C. Farish
  • History of Use: Used by Dr. James C. Farish [1865-1952] a leading eye, ears, nose and throat specialists. Practiced in New Westminster then moved to Vancouver in 1901.