993.20.1: Fleam, 1791-1860
Additional Images
Image No. 2092 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Bloodletting fleam with horn and brass casing and three blades of different sizes. One blade is stamped with the makers name 'BORWICK'.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.20.1
Collection: Therapeutics
Date: 1791-1860
Object Dimensions
- Length: 7.7 cm
- Width: 2.5 cm
- Diameter: 1.2 cm
Object Parts
Object Materials
- brass,
- horn,
- iron
Acquisition Detail
- Manufacturer: Borwick
- History of Use: Phlebotomy instrument. Many fleams were used on animals as well as humans.
