Amputation Surgical Cased Set, Charriére, France, XIX c.
A set of amputation instruments manufactured by Charrière á Paris / Collin & Cie, dated approximately 1866-1880. The set includes a series of eight amputation knives, two Deschamps’ aneurisma needles, a large bow saw and a small metacarpal saw, and powerful cutting forceps. The instruments' blades are stamped with manufacturer's trademark of Charrière á Paris and its successors Collin & Cie.
Content of the Set
Mahogany box with bras plaque on the lead, has two compartments. The box inside is lined with red velvet. Case contains the following instruments:
Upper compartment
- Large bow saw with spare blade with chequer-griped ebony handle
- Small metacarpal saw with chequer-griped ebony handle
- Сlamp-tweezers with lock
- Pliers
Lower compartment
- Set of Liston amputation knives all with chequer-griped ebony handles
- Tourniquet — a long, flat red fabric band without buckles, screws, or other fasteners
- Two curved Deschamps’ ligature needle with long shaft, eye-pierced curved tip with black, chequered ebony handles
