995.4.25: Diagnostic Set, 1950-1970
Additional Images
Image No. 2434 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Diagnostic set in a lined case consisting of a battery handle with ‘ALLEN & HANBURYS LONDON MADE IN ENGLAND’ stamped into base and ‘RIMLOCK TRADE MARK ENGLAND’ stamped into neck. A 'MAY OPHTHALMOSCOPE IMPROVED’ with 23 lenses ranging in power from minus 20 to plus 20. A diagnostic otoscope with an auxiliary magnifying lens and lamp attached. Three aural specula: 4mm, 5mm & 6mm. Two spare lamps. Label is attached to case interior. Dimensions given are for closed case.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 995.4.25
Collection: Diagnostic, Clinical
Date: 1950-1970
Object Dimensions
- Length: 19 cm
- Height: 5 cm
- Width: 13 cm
Object Parts
- a) Ophthalmoscope
- b) Otoscope
- c) Battery handle
- d) Aural specula 4mm
- e) Aural specula 6mm
- f) Aural specula 5mm
- g) Hinged lined case with catch
- h) Lamp
- i) Lamp
Object Materials
- chrome plate,
- coating,
- copper alloy,
- enamel paint,
- filament,
- glass,
- leatherette,
- metal,
- plastic,
- printing ink,
- steel,
- textile,
- velvet,
- wood
Acquisition Detail
- Manufacturer: Allen & Hanburys Ltd.
- Owner: Dr. Andrew Davidson
- History of Use: Used by Dr Andrew Davidson [1885-1972] a military doctor [Captain] and a noted dermatologist who served in both WW1 and WW2. Invented PULHEMS system for classification of soldiers.
