993.181.1: Syringe Case, Hypodermic, 1911-1960

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993.181.1: Syringe Case, Hypodermic. Syringe case with lift out frame and 1 needle type S.S. A.L.H.
Image No. 783 Syringe case with lift out frame and 1 needle type S.S. A.L.H.; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Nickel plated hypodermic syringe case with lift-out frame, containing 1 needle type S.S. A.L.H.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 993.181.1
Collection: Surgery, General
Date: 1911-1960

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 7.3 cm
  • Height: 2.3 cm
  • Width: 4.2 cm

Object Parts

  • a) Case: base and lid
  • b) Lift out frame
  • c) Needle

Object Materials

  • copper alloy,
  • metal,
  • nickel plate,
  • plating,
  • steel

Acquisition Detail

  • Owner: Dr. Donald H. Paterson
  • History of Use: Dr. Donald Paterson [1890-1968] a pioneer and leader in paediatrics. In 1946 he founded the Health Centre for Children in Vancouver and in 1954 was a founding member of the Board of the B.C. Association for Retarded Children.