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1. Razor and case

Description/Abstract:: Razor used by Deryl Hart to shave patients' heads prior to surgery when Dr. Hart worked with Dr. Walter Dandy.
Date:: undated

2. Halsted Clamp

Description/Abstract:: Clamp designed and used by Dr. William Halsted. Halsted clamp donated by David Sabiston, Jr., MD.
Date:: undated

3. In memory of war NC physicians and nurses who dies in world war

Description/Abstract:: Plaque honoring the physicians and nurses from North Carolina who served in WWII.
Date:: undated

4. Allison Clamps

Description/Abstract:: Clamps designed and used by Prof. Philip Allison, chair, Radcliffe Infirmary, Dept. of Surgery, Oxford, England.
Date:: undated

5. Black Wooden Plaque

Description/Abstract:: Self-supporting black wooden plaque with gold characters and red signature/seal. Inscription reads: Helmet decorated with small gold plates, red thread and a long hoe-shaped helmet crest.
Date:: undated

6. This facility has been designated the Thomas D. Kinney…

Description/Abstract:: Bronze plaque, Kinney Central Teaching Laboratory.
Date:: undated

7. Japanese Geisha Doll

Description/Abstract:: Japanese Geisha doll and case.
Date:: undated

8. Japanese Vase

Description/Abstract:: Green and tan vase with sea shell design and textured surface.
Date:: undated

9. Oscilloscope

Description/Abstract:: Oscilloscopes are used to measure and show voltage level changes over a period of time. This particular oscilloscope came from the Department of Anatomy.
Date:: undated

10. Kabuto Kazari - Helmet Decoration

Description/Abstract:: Helmet decorated with small gold plates, red thread and a long hoe-shaped crest. Displayed on a black base trimmed with gold accents. When not on display, helmet is stored inside the base.
Date:: undated

11. Bloodletting lancets in silver case

Description/Abstract:: Bloodletting lancet in silver case. London: Gay or Evans. 4 lancets with tortoise shell handles.
Date:: undated

12. Apothecary scales

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary scales. Brass scales in velvet lined box.
Date:: undated

13. Pagoda

Description/Abstract:: Wood and metal model Pagoda. Light brown and gold in color. Twine loop at the top for hanging.
Date:: undated

14. Davison Club Lapel Pin

Description/Abstract:: Davison Club lapel pin
Date:: undated

15. White Wooden Plaque

Description/Abstract:: Wooden plaque with black characters bearing inscription: The Overseas Training Section of Private Medical Universities Staff, 1999/9/1. (translated from original Japanese).
Date:: undated

16. Razor

Description/Abstract:: Razor used by Deryl Hart to shave patients priror to surgery.
Date:: undated

17. Scarificator

Description/Abstract:: Scarificators were used in blood letting and cupping. They feature several lancets operated by a spring to make light incisions. This particular scarificator belonged to Guy Odom, MD.
Date:: undated

18. Black Japanese Vase

Description/Abstract:: Vase, black with pink floral design
Date:: undated

19. Bloodletting and cupping set

Description/Abstract:: Bloodletting and cupping set. 12 blade brass scarificator and 7 cupping glasses of various sizes.
Date:: undated

20. Miscellaneous medicines in original packaging

Description/Abstract:: Miscellaneous medicines in original packaging. 8 items in cardboard containers.
Date:: undated

21. Mahogany medicine chest with brass fittings

Description/Abstract:: Mahogany medicine chest with brass fittings [England?]. No key. 17 empty glass stoppered bottles, brass balance & weights, mortar & pestle; miscellaneous items.
Date:: undated

22. Collection of cupping glasses

Description/Abstract:: Collection of cupping glasses. Examples of both blown and molded glasses.
Date:: undated

23. Mortar and pestle

Description/Abstract:: Iron, two-quart sized mortar and pestle.
Date:: undated

24. Donated by Dalia Garih and Izzet Garih. In Loving Honor of Their Father, Dr. Uzeyir Garih

Description/Abstract:: Bronze plaque inscribed "Donated by Dalia Garih and Izzet Garih In Loving Honor of Their Father, Dr. Uzeyir Garih"
Date:: undated

25. Charles W. Shilling Library

Description/Abstract:: Wooden plaque inscribed "Charles W. Shilling Library"
Date:: undated

26. The Charles W. Shilling Library Plaque

Description/Abstract:: Plaque inscribed "The Charles W. Shilling Library Sponsored by Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society"
Date:: undated

27. Wu skull fixed system

Description/Abstract:: Wu skull fixed system. China. Used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease, the instrument was attached to a burr hole in the skull. Angular adjustments allowed the lesion electrode to be introduced into the deep brain structures; x-rays were used to...
Date:: undated

28. Rand Stereotactic Instrument for Yttrium Hypophysectomy

Description/Abstract:: Rand Stereotactic Instrument for Yttrium Hypophysectomy. Los Angeles: Trent H. Wells of the Mechanical Development Co., 1953. This instrument was used to implant yttrium 90 oxide into the pituitary gland. Probes were introduced by way of the nasal...
Date:: undated

29. Todd-Wells stereotactic stand

Description/Abstract:: Todd-Wells stereotactic stand. Southgate, CA: Made for Codman and Shurtleff by Trent H. Wells, Jr., Mechanical Development Co. [n.d.]
Date:: undated

30. Intracranial electrodes

Description/Abstract:: 10 intracranial electrodes with equipment for implanting. From the facilities of Henry A Schryver, 110 W. Packard, Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
Date:: undated

31. 2 Sided Desk

Description/Abstract:: This desk was presented to Duke Hospital by Doctor William John Dann March 1938. It was formerly the property of the Reverend Henry Montague Butler, D.D.; Headmaster of Harrow School 1859 - 1885; Dean of Gloucester 1885 - 1886; Master of Trinity...
Date:: 19th Century

32. Apothecary jar. Label: Pulpa Tamar:

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Pulpa Tamar: Handpainted design of henna flowers with green foliage, serpents and urns. 10.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

33. Apothecary jar. Label: Tetas Pino.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Tetas Pino. Handpainted design of henna flowers with green foliage, serpents and urns. 10.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

34. Apothecary jar. Label: Radix Gemgri

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Radix Gemgri. Handpainted design of an arab scribe. Convex lid. 8" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

35. Apothecary jar. Label: Acido Salisilico.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Acido Salisilico. Handpainted scene of lions, scrolls and foliage. Marked "L. Caut, Paris, 30 Rue des Francs Bourgeant."
Date:: 19th Century

36. Apothecary jar. Label: Cubebae.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Cubebae. Handpainted design of arab scribe. Convex lid. 10" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

37. Apothecary jar. Label: Ung: Arcoei.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Ung: Arcoei. Handpainted scene of lions, scrolls and foliage. Marked "L. Caut, Paris, 30 Rue des Francs Bourgeant."
Date:: 19th Century

38. Apothecary jar. Label: Elect: Theriacale

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Elect: Theriacale. Handpainted design of trumpet vines and poppies. Conical shaped lid. 11.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

39. Apothecary jar. Label: Cera Alba.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Cera Alba. Handpainted design of eagle and cactus between flower urns. Convex lid. 11" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

40. Apothecary jar. Label: Bals: Tranquil

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Pink rectangular design with blue border and conical lid. 10" tall. Label: Bals: Tranquil
Date:: 19th Century

41. Apothecary jar. Label: Purgante Leroy 4.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Label: Purgante Leroy 4. Cobalt blue glass with white design, ground glass stoppers. Green and gold metal caps over stoppers. 9" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

42. Apothecary jar. Label: Eter Butirico.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Label: Eter Butirico. Cobalt blue glass with white design, ground glass stoppers. Green and gold metal caps over stoppers. 9" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

43. Apothecary jar. Unlabeled. Jar 1

Description/Abstract:: White apothecary jar with lid decorated with gold trim and gold cartouches. Unlabeled. Late 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Blank
Date:: 19th Century

44. Apothecary jar. Unlabeled. Jar 2

Description/Abstract:: White apothecary jar with lid decorated with gold trim and gold cartouches. Unlabeled. Late 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Blank
Date:: 19th Century

45. Apothecary jar. Label: E: Diaq: Simple.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: E: Diaq: Simple. Handpainted design of henna flowers with green foliage, serpents and urns. 10.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

46. Apothecary jar. Label: Past. de Cocaina.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Label: Past. de Cocaina. Handblown clear glass pedestal urns with the original paper labels affixed. Convex lids. 13.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

47. Apothecary jar. Label: Acetato de Plomo.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Acetato de Plomo. Royal blue ground with white trim. Conical lid. 8.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

48. Apothecary jar. Label: Pastillas de Menta inglesa.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Label: Pastillas de Menta inglesa. Handblown clear glass pedestal urns with the original paper labels affixed. Convex lids. 13.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

49. Apothecary jar. Label: Cerato Saturno.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Cerato Saturno. Handpainted design of henna flowers with green foliage, serpents and urns. 10.5" tall.
Date:: 19th Century

50. Apothecary jar. Label: Acido Tanico.

Description/Abstract:: Apothecary jar. 19th century. France. Porcelain. Label: Acido Tanico. Pink ground and handpainted design of coco palms, pyramids and serpents. Convex lid. 10" tall.
Date:: 19th Century