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Object Name
Splint
Object Number
1981-20-22
Description
Leg or arm splint. Bent wood - arched to fit around body part. Two smaller pieces of wood on back side of splint attached to body with brass brackets. On hinges so they can open and close around body part. Both of these pieces have round brass pieces on bottom with a hole in center. Two brass rings at top of body with leather strap running through them. Strap has buckle on one end.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Science and Technology
Date Made
19th century
Dimensions
12" long x 5" wide
Materials
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