993.44.1: Toothkey, Double-Clawed, 19th Cent.
Additional Images
Image No. 65 : Double-Clawed toothkey with ivory T-handle
Object Description
Double-Clawed toothkey with ivory T-handle. The double-claw bolster can be removed and rotated and reversed. The handle is finely carved with concentric rings at either end. Unsigned.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.44.1
Collection: Dentistry
Date: 19th Cent.
Object Dimensions
- Length: 15.6 cm
- Width: 9.3 cm
Object Parts
Object Materials
- iron,
- ivory
Acquisition Detail
- History of Use: Brought from England during last quarter of 19th century by Anglican missionary Mr Charles Harrison and given in 1912 to Dr Graves, then Medical Attendant to the Haida Indians at Massett, Queen Charlotte Islands.




