Brief Description

Full upper denture with open palate and one pre molar and two molars on each side carved from a block of ivory. Originally had eight natural teeth attached in the anterior region secured by iron posts riveted in base. Upper left 2, 1 missing and posts still present. The fitting of the teeth is of a high standard as each appears to be set into the base. The buccal surfaces on each side have been recessed for springs and swivels. Part rivet remaining on the right side of denture. Denture shows very definite signs of wear.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Ivory, human teeth and iron rivets.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

A circular bronze disc engraved with the coat of arms of The Dental Hospital of Melbourne and used for sealing official Hospital documents.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Bronze.

References

See Dental Museum file number 563 for notes on 'Hospital Seal'.
See "The Hospital Seal", Impressions, The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne Journal, 1988.
See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See also Dental Museum correspondence files for letters from the Town Hall and illustrations and information on Armorial Bearings of the Corporation of the City of Melbourne.
See, The City of Melbourne The History of The City of Melbourne1995.

History

Brief Description

Heavy cast bronze plaque commemorating the affiliation of the Australian College of Dentistry with the University of Melbourne. Includes the names of the College Councillors. Plaque reads as follows: 'The Australian / College of Dentistry / and the / Melbourne Dental Hospital / Affiliated with the / University of Melbourne / Sir John Madden, GC. M.G. LLD D.CL.'

History of Object

Plaque came form the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

Cast bronze.

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

John Iliffe memorial plaque commemorating his death in 1914. Made of heavy cast bronze. Plaque reads as follows: 'In memory of John Iliffe / A founder of this College / Benefactor of the Dental Profession / and donor of the / John Iliffe Scholarship / died 2nd August 1914.'

History of Object

Plaque came form the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

Cast bronze.

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

Heavy brass/bronze plaque indicating that the X-ray equipment had been presented by the student's society in memory of their fallen comrades in WWI. Plaque reads as follows: 'To Perpetuate the Memory / of Those Students Who Fell / in The Great War 1914-1919. / This X-ray Apparatus / Was Installed by / The / Melbourne Dental Students Society / 1923.'

History of Object

Plaque came form the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

Heavy brass/bronze plaque mounted on polished wooden block. Plate originally was affixed to the wall of the Special Surgery and indicated that the equipment had been provided by the Ladies Auxiliary.

History of Object

Plate came form the Australian College of Dentistry

Materials and Finishes

Brass or bronze.

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

Heavy gauge sheet brass with 107 names of students and staff who served in WWI. Six were killed on active service.

History of Object

Honour Roll came form the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

Sheet brass.

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

Large free standing wooden frame on which are fixed four plaques.

1. Large bronze plaque in two parts commemorating the affiliation of the College and Hospital with the University of Melbourne. Shows the names and appointments of the members.

2. John Illiffe memorial. John Illife died 2nd August 1914.

3. Roll of honour WWI plaque listing the names of the students and staff who served in WWI.

4. X-ray plaque erected by the members of the Melbourne Dental Sudents Society in 1923 to perpetuate the memory of the students who fell in the Great War.

History of Object

Plaques came form the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
See Australian Dental Association Newsletter, October 2001.

History

Brief Description

Three dark wooden student desk tops, extensively carved with student names. Desk tops came from the lecture theatre at the Australian College of Dentistry, 193 Spring Street, Melbourne. They were removed when the College vacated the premises in February and March 1963. Several tops were removed and in 1990 three were mounted on a stand for the Centenary of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. The selected tops include the names (amongst others), H. M. S. Donald, J. Down, Don Hall, Ramsay, Sutherland. The wood is very black with age but more recent carvings, pre 1963, show 'fresh' wood.

History of Object

Desk tops came from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963. When the removal of the
desks was first mooted, opposition was expressed by some that to show the desks in the new building might encourage vandalism. This did not occur. Not all desks were removed, some four or six remain in the Engineers store in the main plant room.

Materials and Finishes

Wood

References

See, Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch Newsletter, includes article and photograph of desk tops.
History

Brief Description

Fitted, worn, leather roll with clasp, made by W. H. Hutchinson Sheffield, Surgical Instrument Makers to the Royal Navy. Crown may be William IV pattern and could date the case to ?1830. Contents include one packet of curved surgical needles with linen thread, five different lancets with what appears to be ivorine handles, a pair of tissue forceps, a pair of needle holding forceps - non ratchet type, one dressing needle, one double ended probe, bulb and cutting ends.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Leather roll.

References

History / Oral Surgery

Brief Description

Four complete pins and swivels for retention of full dentures, mounted on card.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Commercially produced using gold plated brass.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / History

Brief Description

Lower gumblock, typical in construction with lower right 3-1 teeth.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Dental Museum Collection items 1698, 1699 and 1700 were previously numbered but have been mislaid.

Materials and Finishes

Commercially produced using porcelain and platinum wire.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Lower gumblock, typical in construction with exposed platinum pins. Gumblock is unusual in size i.e., contains six teeth, lower right 3-1 and lower left 1-3, together with one upper block of six teeth as upper right 3-1 and upper left 1-3. Normally two separate blocks would be used to allow for fitting to the curvature of the arch.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching Acrylic Denture Base Material. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Dental Museum Collection items 1698, 1699 and 1700 were previously numbered but have been mislaid.

Materials and Finishes

Made of porcelain using standard dental techniques.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Full lower porcelain denture with pink gum and cream base. Has commercial porcelain teeth and is fractured through lower right 4 & 3 in a clean break. There are holes through lower right 7, 4 and lower left 4, 7 presumably for retention springs.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching Acrylic Denture Base Material. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Made of porcelain using standard dental techniques.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Concave/convet (sic as per original list) scraper from Oyster Bay, Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Heavy cream coloured ceramic jar with lid and metal closure. Used for keeping pipe tobacco moist.

History of Object

The jar was given by the Dental Students Society of the University of Melbourne to Professor F. C. Wilkinson on his retirement in 1934 and return to England. Professor F. C. Wilkinson had it on his desk at Manchester and used it continually as a pipe rest. It went with him to the Eastman Dental Clinic London and was returned as a gift to the Dental School in 1984.

Professor F.C. Wilkinson died in 1979. A note glued to the jar states that it was given by the Faculty of Dental Science to Professor F. C. Wilkinson and that on his death it was pr-presented to the faculty by a colleague Dr. D. Downton in a visit to Australia in 1984. I was present at a small ceremony with Professor Storey, Read, Bob Cook, Faculty Secretary and Ken Skueshield in a private dinning room at 711 Elizabeth Street. ( Professor Henry Atkinson).

In November 2000 Dr. Colin Forsyth gave the Wilkinson lecture at the University of Manchester and asked me for details of Professor F. C. Wilkinson's time here. I supplied relevant copies of 'In defence of Ivory Towers', Atkinson, H. F., and personal details. In return he sent a copy of his paper together with a CD showing the slides that he used. This material is held by Professor Henry Atkinson and will be catalogued at a later. Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

See letters Dr. Colin Forsyth Chairman of the Dental Practice Board, UK
See Wilkinson file, Dental Museum
See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.

History

Brief Description

Two flat brass pan scales for weighing articles before posting, with three round weights; one ounce, two ounce and three ounce, fitted into circular cavities in wooden base. Scales are well made and have a double beam giving parallel action, brass stops beneath each pan and a carved base with four turned wooden feet. Scales also have circular steel inserts, and steel knife edges. Some carving on base. Attempted obliteration of initials or name.

History of Object

Scales came from the Australian College of Dentistry. They were most probably used in the time of Mr. Unsworth who was the book keeper/accountant from the 1900s on, they would have occupied a place in his office. It was the practice to determine the cost of postage before sending the office boy out with the exact amount of cash. There was the 'penny post' for letters and different rates for items below 1, 2 and 8 ounces.

Materials and Finishes

Made of brass.

References

See photograph in, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.

History

Brief Description

Black and white photograph, reproduced from original, of a group of freshmen holding up placards with letters that spell out 'Dental Follies March 6th'. 'N' is held by Ken Sutherland who qualified in Dentistry, then studied Medicine and in 1953 went to Perth to become the Dean of the School and Hospital. '6th' is held by Mervyn Townsend, who was the Dental Surgeon onboard the HMAS Sydney, he was killed in action.

History of Object

Photograph was taken by the 'Sun' newspaper outside their office in Flinders Street. This scan was sent to Professor Henry Atkinson by Dr. Eric Wollff, 25/2/03.

Materials and Finishes

Photographic paper.

References

History

See 'Museum Catalogue Worksheet' folder 1503 to 1666 for copy of letter from Eric Wollff.

Brief Description

Cash book 1903-1910, typical of the period. Has headings 'Receipts and Payments' with individual listings. Cash receipts from patients are listed monthly under 'Materials'. Except for 'Professionals', staff are not listed by name but salaries i.e. as 'Charwoman', one pound, 'Office boy' 10/-.

History of Object

Cashbook came from the Library of the Australian College of Dentistry when the collection was about to be disposed.

Materials and Finishes

References

History / Hospital

Brief Description

Framed colour news clipping showing sketches of the new Dental Hospital from The Argus Weekend Magazine, 26 June 1952. Article also includes a view of the Haymarket (photo), an aerial and front view of the new Hospital with accompanying description and a photograph and notes on Percy Everett, Chief Architect.

History of Object

News clipping came from The Australian College of Dentistry Library. This page was probably one of the earliest coloured issues of The Argus. It was part of a 'propaganda' war on the Government of Victoria to proceed with the building of the Hospital. At that time a start had been made on the foundations before the plans for the whole building were completed. "When I arrived in February 1953, there was a large hole in the ground." Professor Henry F. Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

Coloured newsprint.

References

History

Brief Description

Framed certificate of Honorary Membership of the British Dental Association issued to Arthur Barton Pilgrim Amies for "Services to the Profession, Science and Art of Dental Surgery" Signed twice by H.T Roperhall, President and Honorary Secretary British Dental Association.

History of Object

"Arthur Amies had gone to the United Kingdom for a number of reasons which included meeting candidates for the position of Professor of Prosthetic Dentistry. I met him in Manchester and we has several discussions at the end of which he offered and virtually appointed me to the chair" Professor Henry Atkinson.

The Certificate was displayed in the show case in the foyer of the Anderson Auditorium from 1963-2003 when it was removed for safe keeping by Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History / Sir Arthur Amies

Brief Description

Full upper denture carved from ivory. Denture has fourteen teeth with holes in upper right 5 and upper left 5 possibly for 'hairpin' type retention springs. Well carved and detailed.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Hand carved from ivory.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Square porcelain jar and lid. Lid has curvilinear pattern outlined in gold and black and hatched lettering.

History of Object

Donated to the collection by Dr. P. Richardson, the jar was a present from a daughter who bought it for him in either England, London or New Zealand.

Materials and Finishes

Porcelain

References

See letter from Dr. P. Richardson to Professor Henry Atkinson, 5 December 1994.
Historical / Conservative Dentistry

Brief Description

Full lower denture carved from ivory including one pre molar and three molars on each side. Denture has eight human anterior, teeth, fitted by posts riveted into base. Posts are bright and shiny and probably made of a material other than iron. Upper right 4, and upper left 1,3 have some chipping which probably occurred after use. Base carved for springs and swivels which remain. Springs missing.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching 'Acrylic Denture Base Material'. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Ivory and human teeth.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Typical note book of the 1900s containing costs and income on a daily basis for the Practice of Mr. E. Wollff (father of Dr. E. Wollff). Covers the period 1 December 1903 to 4 July 1904. Very interesting.

History of Object

Note book came from Dr. Eric. Wollff

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Small lever operated press with dies to emboss an address on blank paper. The imprint reads 'M. S. Wollff / M.A.C.D. Dentist / Hamilton'.

History of Object

Letter press came from the estate of Dr. E. M. Wollff. The qualification M.A.C.D. Member of the Australian College of Dentistry was the 'original degree' so called of the Australian College of Dentistry. It ceased to be conferred when the Dental Board of Victoria issued an L.D.S. Licentiate of Dental Surgery and in 1904 the University of Melbourne B.D.Sc, Bachelor of Dental Science.

Materials and Finishes

Cast iron die metal.

References

History

Brief Description

Fourth Year 'Bachelor of Dental Science Notebook' belonging to Eric Wollff, covering Medicine and Surgery Lectures,1938 by Dr. Ewen Downie. Oral Surgery by Professor Amies. The mid pages of the book are devoted to a detailed description of "the jewel" with diagrams.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Blue/grey porcelain edentulous lower impression tray with very deep grooves for holding impression material. Has a small flat handle. Printed on left side in open leather buckle, 'Provisionally Registered Sept 4th 1861' and underneath a series of printers signs.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching Acrylic Denture Base Material. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Porcelain.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Typical single clawed dental extracting key with an ornate forged shank with single bend, hexagonal section by handle with raised circular rings. Claw held by screw, no bolster. Handle turned and made of ebonised wood (bleached ivory), secured by rivet with longitudinal rivet. Unique.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. A Grant and originally from his private collection. Professor Grant qualified for Dentistry during WWI and entered private practice. In 1955 he showed an interest in teaching and joined the College staff in 1957. He worked for his Doctor of Dental Science, researching Acrylic Denture Base Material. He published several papers and took part fully in general University life at 711 Elizabeth Street. Appointed to Chair at Manchester University in 1970.

Materials and Finishes

Made of steel and wood and possibly machine pressed in swage block as details too fine for hand forging.

References

Clinical / History

Brief Description

Typical lower denture, well worn and neglected

History of Object

Obtained from the Department of Dental Prosthetics, The University of Melbourne.

Materials and Finishes

Vulcanite and porcelain.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Commemorative Delft plaque presented to the Dental School of the University of Melbourne and the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne in 1963 on the occasion of the official opening of the new building. The plate has pale blue lettering on a cream ground and bears the following dedication around the plate rim. 'To the Melbourne Dental School and Hospital 23 May Opening Ceremony' In the centre of the plate is a view of the new building from the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Sydney Road. The image was most probably made from photos and sketches supplied by Sir Arthur Amies. On the back of the plate in blue is a monogram and the following: 'AW / 272 / Jelft / Caft'.

History of Object

The plate hung in Sir Arthur Amies office until he retired, then it may have been packed away because it did not resurface again at the same address until 1993 when it was returned by a Ms. Brand who had seen it awaiting repair in a ceramics studio. Cracks are visible on the back but not on the front.

"Quite casually I heard that a lady had rung the Hospital enquiring if we had lost a plate. Previously I had searched for this item as it was a 'one off' and very special but knowledge was denied by both academic and hospital staff, conclusion it had been 'nicked' by persons unknown. My search was pre the 1990 centenary and this find was one of a lifetime." Professor Henry Atkinson

Materials and Finishes

Hand crafted and painted porcelain.

References

See Impressions September 1993, Atkinson Correspondence Ms Brand.
See Sir Arthur Amies 'correspondence' in Archives, History H.F. Atkinson. J. Robertson
Historical

Brief Description

Light brown, high backed conical pyramid shaped scraper, collected from Mulka. 1930

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Submission for the degree of Doctor of Science, University of Melbourne, by Paul Pincus Doctor of Dental Science. Includes a large bound volume of his published papers with a typed introduction containing some experimental results, 1969. The attached papers are reprints from various journals, mainly dental, covering the years from 1935 to 1968.

History of Object

Thesis was accepted for the Dental Museum by Professor Henry Atkinson after he received a call from one of Paul Pincus's extended family.

Materials and Finishes

References

History / Research

Brief Description

Grey flake from Kanowna Station, Central Australia.1926.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey flake from Mulka. 1926

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Brown flake from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Brown knife flake from Mulka. (missing)

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Tula Slug collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Light grey Tula Slug collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Phillips 'METALIX' portable X-ray with single vertical column, adjustable arm, base on casters. On mobile stand with large circular oil immersed transformer. Heavy insulated leads to tube (H.T.) Top arm adjusts and turns.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

References

Equipment / Clinical

Brief Description

16. Black scraper collected from Tarwin.
16A. Grey flake collected from Tarwin.
16B. Grey stone fragment from Tarwin
16C. Grey flake with a black stripe, collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Stone and rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Biface chipped implement, collected from Tarwin. (large and broken)

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Large natural rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Dark grey scrapers collected from Tarwin.

History of Object
During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Small, dark brown duck bill scraper from Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Small, yellow/brown, duck bill scraper from Swansea, Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Soft cover (imitation leather), with ruled pages. Embossed 'Minute Book'. First entry March 3 1887, last 1894. Total number of pages 1-301, pages 1- 284 with written reports of meetings and papers given. Full list of members attending etc. Very detailed. Pages 299-300 contains list of members, position on committee and address for years 1880-89 and 1890-91. All entered in a copy plate hand. Made in Australia.

History of Object

Not known in detail but most likely was passed with other papers and the contents of the Odontological Museum, to the College where it would have come under the care of Mr. E. Joske Secretary, and then later into the College Library where it seems to have remained until 1975 when it was rediscovered by Professor H. F. Atkinson in 'waste paper'.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette and ruled paper.

References

History

Brief Description

Brown end scraper collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Large flake collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Includes general Hospital correspondence, (47). Detailed inventory of contents of Mobile Dental Clinic 7.1.1947. The letters from this period of the Hospital do not indicate the year of origin.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Uniface chipped pebble instrument from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone/rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Uniface chipped pebble instrument from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Stone/rock

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Lower mill stone from Victoria.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Upper mill stone from Victoria.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Stone/rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey Tula Slug collected from Mulka. 1926.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1876.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Heavy flint core stone. Light brown, collected from Tarwin, 1923.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Lower denture with porcelain teeth, has pink gum with badly packed 'whale bone' base.

History of Object

Obtained from the Department of Dental Prosthetics, The University of Melbourne.

Materials and Finishes

Vulcanite.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Uniface chipped pebble instrument from Tarwin. Grey colour.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Pebble.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Four stone specimens, pirries, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1876.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey pointed flake collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey pointed knife flake collected from ?(indistinct).

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey/brown scraper collected from Mulka, possibly collected 1886.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Brown scraper collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Uniface chipped pebble instrument or small axe from Tarwin. Grey colour. Collected 1923.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Pebble.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Indexed ledger, bound in calf or sheepskin, for the period 1903 to 1925.

History of Object

Ledger was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Minute book from 1929 through to 1941. Early minutes are in Mr. E. Joske's hand. Original and later typed copies of minutes are all pasted in, making this volume very bulky.

History of Object

Minute book came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. Forms part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4. includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies' time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Collection of small 12.5 x 8.0 cm printed patient record cards. Printed in red with labial and lingual views of 32 teeth and the following; 'Info, Date, Record No, Dr pounds s d, Cr pounds s d. 1923'. Missing teeth crossed out. Fillings required represented by ink circles.

History of Object

Cards came from the practice of Mr. Hirst in Malvern and were given by his son when he retired due to heart problems. The cards were accepted in a box of material together with some odd papers. Dr. Hirst graduated from the University of Melbourne 1952-3. The cards cover the period 1924-1934.

Materials and Finishes

References

See General Correspondence files held in the Dental Museum for letters relating to this donation.
History

Brief Description

Collection of small (12.5 x 8.0 cm) printed patient record cards. Printed in red with labial and lingual views of 32 teeth and the following; 'Info, Date, Record No, Dr Pounds s d, Cr Pounds s d. 1923'. Missing teeth crossed out. Fillings required represented by ink circles.

History of Object

Cards came from the practice of Mr. Hirst in Malvern and were given by his son when he retired due to heart problems. The cards were accepted in a box of material together with some odd papers. Dr. Hirst graduated from the University of Melbourne 1952-3. The cards cover the period 1924-1934.

Materials and Finishes

References

See General Correspondence files held in the Dental Museum for letters relating to this donation.
History

Brief Description

Collection of small (12.5 x 8.0 cm) printed patient record cards. Printed in red with labial and lingual views of 32 teeth and the following; 'Info, Date, Record No, Dr Pounds s d, Cr Pound s d. 1923'. Missing teeth crossed out. Fillings required represented by ink circles.

History of Object

Cards came from the practice of Mr. Hirst in Malvern and were given by his son when he retired (the son), due to heart problems. The cards were accepted in a box of material together with some odd papers. Dr. Hirst graduated from the University of Melbourne 1952-3? The cards cover the period 1924-1934. Two boxes 1591 and 1592 contained in Archives Box D2.

Materials and Finishes

References

See General Correspondence files held in the Dental Museum for letters relating to this donation.
History

Brief Description

Collection of small 12.5 x 8.0 cm printed patient record cards. Printed in red with labial and lingual views of 32 teeth and the following; 'Info, Date, Record No, Dr Pounds s d, Cr Pounds s d. 1923'. Missing teeth crossed out. Fillings required represented by ink circles. Cards give a good insight into the nature of general practice, type of treatment etc.

History of Object

Cards came from the practice of Mr. Hirst in Malvern and were given by his son when he retired (the son), due to heart problems. The cards were accepted in a box of material together with some odd papers. Dr. Hirst graduated from the University of Melbourne 1952-3? The cards cover the period 1924-1934.Two boxes 1591 and 1592 contained in Archives Box D2..

Materials and Finishes

References

See General Correspondence files held in the Dental Museum for letters relating to this donation.
History

Brief Description

Full upper denture of porcelain teeth which are attached to a cast platinum base by means of porcelain. Heavy denture weighing forty five grams. Made in Melbourne Australia in the early 1900s.

History of Object

Denture obtained from the Dental Museum, the Australian College of Dentistry in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Porcelain and platinum

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Mechanical Dentistry

Brief Description

Ledger type book with pasted in student names, years 3, 4, & 5, 1947. Also shows costs for 1924 to 1934 of Hospital salaries and Australian College of Dentistry Journal, research etc. Used by the Australian College of Dentistry as 'Gold Book' 1947.

History of Object

Ledger was collected from the paper waste bin at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Full upper denture swaged from gold alloy plate. Posteriors carved from bone and attached by posts. Porcelain anterior pin teeth soldered to backings which were soldered to base. Swivels present but no springs.

History of Object

Originally held in the Dental Museum, the Australian College of Dentistry, which moved to the present site in 1963.

The main features of this type of denture involved many techniques which are described fully in early texts from 1880 on. See catalogue of 'Mechanical Dentistry' and 'A Century of Dentistry' for more details.

Materials and Finishes

Gold, bone and porcelain, produced using standard dental technology.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Mechanical Dentistry

Brief Description

Melbourne Dental Hospital case book, with one entry, no name or date. Cataphoresis. Book dated 30.3.(19)15. No. 7521.

History of Object

Case book was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Indexed ledger with a sheep skin spine. Dated 1947 to 1953. Contains green ticks from auditor and some early building expenses.

History of Object

Ledger was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Oakley Coles "The Dental Students Notebook". Cloth bound book with notes on Comparative Anatomy, Histology and Pathology. Good table on tooth eruption.

History of Object

Notebook was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Exercise book: 'The Melbourne Dental Hospital Minutes of Meeting of Subscribers' in Joske's hand. First entry, Friday 4th July 1890 at 4-30pm, last entry 1895.

History of Object

Exercise book was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Exercise book with news clippings from 18 September 1889 to 1893. Clippings relate to the formation of the Dental Association of Victoria.

History of Object

Book was collected from waste at 711 Elizabeth Street in the 1980s. "At various times the school and hospital had a spring clean and emptied out cupboards of old papers and junk. I had a personal agreement with staff that when this happened I was to be informed. School papers came generally as a result of changes in library staff. The hospital technique was to send to Villiers Street, when the piles became too big or the engineers required more space a clean-up was organised." Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes correspondence regarding the Australian Dental Association, Dental Wives Association 1966 to1973. This was a social organisation thought by some to be established to counter the 'political' influences of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hospital.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

See, Professor H. F. Atkinson, The Ladies Auxiliary, Sixty Five Years of Service The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne Auxiliary 1928-1993, H.F Atkinson, 1993.

History

Brief Description

Record books from the Australian College of Dentistry and the Dental Hospital covering Cash books, Professional Staff 1934 to 1959 (mainly Dental Hospital), Gold Issue Record Book (relates to patients receiving gold inlays and shows patient hospital number, date, weight of gold at issue, casting, sprue, scrap, button, inlay etc).

History of Object

Records were retrieved by Professor Henry Atkinson from paper waste at Villiers Street during the 1980s and 1990s.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Document (three foolscap pages), containing instructions to staff relating to the move from 193 Spring Street to new premises at 711 Elizabeth Street on the weekend of 2nd and 3rd March 1963. Signed by Mr. J. Wilkie, Secretary.

History of Object

Document came from Mr. Trevor Knight, Head of Hospital Technical Services on preparation for the move from 711 Elizabeth Street to the new site near the Royal Women's Hospital. Copy of document held in 'Museum Catalogue Worksheet folder 1503 to 1666'.

Materials and Finishes

Printed paper.

References

History

Brief Description

Soft cover (imitation leather) with ruled pages. 'Minute Book' written on paper label and stuck to the front cover. First entry 'Social Gathering', 21 May 1895 with a pasted in page showing the 1884 logo of the Odontological Society and a statement reconstituting the Society, signed by all present. Entries continue to 'Tuesday June 03' without a specific date.

History of Object

Not known in detail but most likely was passed with other papers to the Odontological Museum to the College where it would have come under the care of Mr. E. Joske Secretary, and then into the College Library where it seems to have remained until 1975, when it was rediscovered by Professor H. F. Atkinson in 'waste paper'.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette and ruled paper.

References

History

Brief Description

Part of a series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia c1600. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819, and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Francis Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA.
History

Brief Description

Window panel from 10 Koroit Street, Warnambool, Victoria, from the practice of C Kirkham, Dentist from 1908. Held in wooden frame between fibre boards.

History of Object

The window was rescued by Dr. Alan Stevenson in 1980 when the above building was been demolished. The window is held in a wooden frame between fibre boards. A letter from Dr Alan Stevenson was shown to Mrs. Jean Stevenson (his mother) 15 June 1995, who confirmed the history. The window was on the left side of the front door when viewed from the street. The window was most probably acquired sometime in 1980 or 1981. It remained 'lost' in the Engineer's store at 711 Elizabeth Street until June 1995 when a casual remark by Mr. Frank Sutherland, Chief Engineer, brought it to my attention. The window had been donated by Dr. Stevenson to the Faculty of Dental Science and apparently put in store but never acknowledged. A reproduction image of the window appears on the cover of the publication 'Cinderella Collections' and the title page of the 'Report of The University Museums Review Committee, 1995.' (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Hand made using lead and stained glass.

References

See 'Cinderella Collectionsand Report of The University Museums Review Committee, 1995
Equipment / Historical

Brief Description

One large framed composite photograph of members of the Second Australian Dental Congress held in Melbourne 1909. Each member's photograph in an oval mount (11.0 x 9.0 cm) with J. Iliffe as president in centre (23. 0 x 18. cm). In soft wood frame.

History of Object

Photograph originally hung in the Council Room in Spring Street for many years until the library expanded. It was visible in photographs of the Council Room published in the Australian Dental Journal in 1912. It was cleaned and repaired for the Victorian Branch of the Dental Congress by Dr. Jeremy Graham in 1998.

Materials and Finishes

Wood frame

References

History

Brief Description

One large framed composite photograph (three in one), of members of the Third International Academy of Oral Pathology held in Melbourne 1- 4 September 1965 at The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and the University of Melbourne. Members listed from top: Professors Horsnell; Lyell; Sutherland; Dr. Chan, Major General Bernier, Professor Sir A. B. P. Amies. Middle: Major General Bernier; Chan; Professor Sir A. B. P. Amies. Bottom: Professors Horsnell; Sutherland, Jolly, Storey, Seldam, Lyell, Sir A. B. P. Amies, Associate Professor D. Cameron; Dr. Bunng.

History of Object

The conference was arranged by Sir Arthur Barton Pilgrim Amies after his sabbatical in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

References

See brochure produced by the Oral Pathology group.
See Australian Dental Journal
History / Pathology

Brief Description

A full upper denture carved from wood in one piece and stained black/brown with piece from right upper 7, 6, missing

History of Object

Denture obtained from the Dental Museum, the Australian College of Dentistry in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Hand carved wood.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

White painted, six draw file cabinet, containing Oral Surgery Department records from early 1950-1964. Attached to cards are notes and X-rays. Cabinet is well made and lockable. This is probably the only continuous departmental record in existence of the period in Spring Street. It is a very useful 'check record' of the department for: names of operating staff; days and times of attendance; number of patients seen; range of treatment; problems; X-rays and reports.

History of Object

Cabinet came from the Dental Hospital and the Australian College of Dentistry, Spring Street.

Materials and Finishes

References

Oral Surgery / History / Patient Records / X-rays

Brief Description

Notes and letters, 1936 by E. Joske referring to meetings with Mr. McVillie, Secretary of the Hospitals and Charities Committees and the new building at 196 Spring Street, Melbourne.

History of Object

Clippings and letters came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Large box of sketch plans and drawings, blue prints, electrical and engineering diagrams for 711 Elizabeth Street, 1940s. Some of Spring Street.

History of Object

Collection came from various sources. Slides made by W. J. Tuckfield show some drawings of 193 Spring Street from which enlargements were made. The earliest of 711 Elizabeth Street is an outline plan.

Materials and Finishes

References

See, Professor H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.

History

Brief Description

Four books with details as follows:
A. Frederick W. Hewitt MD, 'The Administration of Nitrous Oxide Oxygen for Dental Operations', Ash London and S S W USA, preface dated 1897. Copy signed Marks and Adamson, Collin Street Melbourne.

B. James Stocken LDS, 'Dental Material Medica and Therapeutics', Lewis, London 1895. Contains many pencil notes and underlinings.

C. E. Klien MD, FRS, 'Micro Organisms and Disease', Mac Millian, London, 1890. Copy signed Isidore J. Marks, Australian College of Dentistry, 1898.

D. Sir John Tomes FRS, 'A System of Dental Surgery', J. A. Churchill, London, 1887. Copy signed E. Raymond Reeve LDS BDSc.

History of Object

Part of a collection that was presented to the John Iliffe library by Dr. George Marks on one of the many occasions when the practice was being reorganised. Isidore Marks was the founder of the Marks Dental Dynasty at 2 Collins Street. George and Edward practiced there. Brother Edward left, George's son Ian took over. Now 2002 Ian is with partner Dr. Michael Coakley. Isi Marks was one of the first students at the Hospital founded in 1890.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Hard cover book, Thomas Jay Hudson LLD, 'The Devine Pedigree of Man', G.P. Putnam's Sons, London 1900.

History of Object

Part of a collection that was presented to the John Iliffe library by Dr. George Marks on one the many occasions when the practice was being reorganised. Isidore Marks was the founder of the Marks Dental Dynasty at 2 Collins Street. George and Edward practiced there. Brother Edward left, George's son Ian took over. Now 2002 Ian is with partner Dr. Michael Coakley. Isi Marks was one of the first students at the Hospital founded in 1890.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Audio recording of the opening ceremony of the school and hospital in the auditorium on the afternoon of 23 May 1963. Many dignitaries present and speeches made. Compare with reports in the 'University News' and Hospital and University records.

History of Object

The audio recordings were made under the supervision of Mr D. Snow, Chief Engineer of the Hospital. The tapes have possibly never been played. Transferred to University of Melbourne Archives February 2003.

Materials and Finishes

Audio tape

References

History / Hospital - School

Brief Description

Aluminum denture, sand cast, replacing upper teeth except for two 8's (eights). Shows wear on oeclusal surfaces and evidence of sand casting. This denture was given to Professor Henry Atkinson by Captain Marshall RACD POW.

History of Object

This denture was given by Dr Marshall to Professor Henry Atkinson who donated it to the College Museum which was packed and transferred to 711 Elizabeth Street in 1963 or earlier. It was discovered by Dr Roller of Oral Pathology in 1993. The original label reads "Denture cast by Captain G. Marshall AADC when P.O.W. Ambonica. Cast from areoplane scrap and sand."

Materials and Finishes

Sand cast aluminum

References

See Dental Museum Collection item 255 for a related object.
Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Workroom / History

Brief Description

Ivory base denture with integral carved posterior teeth. Anterior porcelain tube attached by means of metal posts. Retention was assisted by a simple hair pin type of spring wire pushed into holes in the back of the denture. (lower missing) Pink pigment stains around the anteriors.

History of Object

Denture originally came from the Dental Museum, Australian College of Dentistry, in 1963

Materials and Finishes

Ivory, porcelain and metal, produced using standard dental technology.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Mechanical Dentistry

Brief Description

Large, well made wooden honour board. Contains names of, and service dates of, presidents of the Melbourne Dental Hospital and The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne from 1890. Names are in gold lettering on a brown background, with clear varnish. Very heavy. See Professor H.F. Atkinson's, 'In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne', for a correted list of names. Some on this board are incorrect.

In gold lettering on board:
1890-1896 HON. GEORGE LE FEVRE
1896-1898 HON SIMON FRASER MLC
1899-1918 HON SIR JOHN MADDEN GCMG LLD DCL
1918-1920 HON SIR JOHNMACFARLANED K7B MA LLD
1921 J. KENNETH CLARK D DSc
1922 A. J. PRYTZ D DS
1923 THOS. SHUTTLEW
1924 & 1926 W. STANLEY WILKINSON
1927-1929 GEORGE FINLAY ESQ OBE, BDSC FDSRCS
1929-1934 SIR STEPHEN MORELL K&B
1934-1937 SIR WILLIAM ANGLISS K&B MLC
1938-1945 SIR WILLIAM LEITH K&B CBE
1945-1957 HON SIR HERBERT OLNEY K&B
1957-1959 JAS.OGILVY ESQ FCA
1959-1961 J. R. GRAINGER ESQ
1961-1964 W. H. ANDERSON ESQ CBE
1965-1968 SIR WILLIAM ANDERSON CBE
1968-1969 HON. ALEXANDER MAIR
1969-1972 C. W. ANDERSON ESQ OBE
1972-1973 KENNETH F SKUES ONE DDS
1973-1976 E. J. L. TUCKER ESQ
1976-1979 R. H. OSMAN ESQ
1979- W.L. IRWIN ESQ (This was when the new Act and the Deparment of Health came in)

History of Object

The old honour board went missing in the early 1960s from Spring Street and a duplicate was made in early 1967 at 711 Elizabeth Street under the influence of Sir William Anderson (President).

Materials and Finishes

Hardwood.

References

See, H.F. Atkinson, In Defence of Ivory Towers; the History of the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F. Atkinson, 1990.
History

Brief Description

Includes correspondence from 1945-1947 relating to general Hospital Administration, together with some more recent correspondence from Professor E. Storey.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Probably an apprentices notebook, 'My MSS Book' has hand written entries, some dated i.e. 9.2.87, relating to gold alloys for plates and solders and vulcanite etc. Few dates.

History of Object

Book was found with other discards from the Australian College of Dentistry Library.

Materials and Finishes

Leather and paper.

References

History

Brief Description

Files containing correspondence between the Auxiliary and Southern Dental Industries in relation to the collection of waste dental amalgam filling material from Victorian dentists and its' sale to Southern Dental Industries.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at Villiers Street. The Auxiliary arranged a monthly roster to visit dentists to collect amalgam. These visits covered the entire state of Victoria. The collection from the regional cities, Bendigo, Ballarat etc., were delivered to the honorary secretary at quarterly meetings.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files containing Hospital Auxiliary Notices and correspondence regarding monthly meetings 1974 to 1975.

History of Object

Files were donated by the The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne Auxiliary.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Correspondence relating to The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne Auxiliary membership drive 1978.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files relating to the appointment of The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne C.E.O and the Hospital Annual General Meetings. Includes correspondence from Professor Storey referring to Council membership and a paper by Professor Poswillo given at the AGM.

History of Object

In the late 1960s and early 1970s after the retirement of Sir Arthur Amies as Dean of the Dental Hospital and Mr. W (Bill) Smith as Superintendent, there was considerable discussion about the reorganization of the Hospital's administration. The academics (Atkinson and Storey) were very active, with Professor Storey writing many letters. The Council of the Hospital had selected Professor Poswillo of London as the most suitable applicant, he was invited to visit and gave a paper at the AGM.

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street and are now held in the Melbourne University Archives.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Folder marked 'B' with general business and inward patient correspondence to the Dental Hospital of Melbourne, includes the odd letter from 1939. Box 2.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Achives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files relating to the Ladies Auxiliary, 1965-1968. Includes correspondence and a copy of their 1951 Constitution with changes proposed for 1965.

History of Object

Files came from the Ladies Auxiliary.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Folder marked 'B' with general business and inward patient correspondence to the Dental Hospital of Melbourne, 1946. Box 2. Patient correspondence was organised alphabetically according to patients family name.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes correspondence regarding the Graduate Nurses Association. Attempts to establish, 1974.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

See, Professor H. F. Atkinson, Dental Nursing at The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, H.F Atkinson, 1991.
History

Brief Description

Includes correspondence regarding Lord Mayor's Fund, Flower Day etc. (1931), mainly 1945-1947 and some correspondence from patients. Note Mr. Bell in charge of Hospital Prosthetics was a technician and 'Permatee', not a dentist.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes Hospital correspondence 1945-1948, and letters from 'foreign ships' requesting treatment for crew members.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes general wartime correspondence, 1945, with some letters relating to patients and Hospital business.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes general wartime correspondence, 1945, with some letters relating to patients and Hospital business.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Typical pink/red vulcanite denture with porcelain teeth. Well worn with some tartar behind lowers.

History of Object

Obtained from a patient in the The Department of Dental Prosthetics, The University of Melbourne.

Materials and Finishes

Vulcanite and porcelain, made using standard dental techniques.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Includes correspondence relating to the Ladies Auxiliary, 1978-1979. Note that at the time it was 'Ladies' Auxiliary and that Mr. Phillips, the Deputy CEO of the Hospital was very supportive of the Auxiliary. Mr Philliips organised the collection and publication of material for a "History of the Ladies Auxiliary 1928-1978" for the 50th Anniversary Celebration.

History of Object

Files came from the Ladies Auxiliary.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

E Joske's (Secretary of the Hospital and College), letter book with inward and outward correspondence, 1934. Letter book also refers to Professor Amies early years regarding the granting of land for the Dental Hospital on the Haymarket site and visits to Cabinet by Professor Amies etc. Box 1.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

News clippings and correspondence of Professor F. C. Wilkinson from the late 1920s. Draft letters in E. Joske's hand, accounts, notes on 'Appeal' and loose bundles of unedited letters.

History of Object

Clippings and letters came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

News clippings from September 1956 relating to Dental Health Week at the Dental Hospital of Melbourne. Clippings includes photographs of Professor Henry Atkinson, Miss Philips (student), Matron of the Dental Hospital with Miss Tonkin of the professional staff. This was the first occasion 'closed circuit TV' was used in the public demonstrations of Dentistry and was provided through the University Optics Department.

History of Object

Clippings came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Annual Reports for the Dental Hospital of Melbourne, including, press clippings, draft copies and final copies of the report.

History of Object

Annual General Meetings came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Collection of letters referring to child patients, hospital funds etc. In particular there is a very interesting patient letter relating to the treatment of a woman under general anaesthetic from her husband.

History of Object

Correspondence came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Press cuttings 1959 to 1973 relating to technicians, dentures and fluoride. Includes a photo (press) of Professor Storey. Clippings also refer to 'Laser' and Repetitive Strain Injury.

History of Object

Clippings and letters came from boxes of waste paper at the Villiers Street Store. They form part of a collection of items that are held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Box D 4 includes items such as pasted in letters and news clippings, hand written notes by E. Joske etc. Collection is useful in relation to dealings with the Government from late 1920 but not particularly in the 1930s, during Professor Amies time. Joske's notes are almost illegible. See previous notes for sources of documents.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files containing correspondence relating to the Hospital Auxiliary, the visit of Sir E. Wilfred Fish and his lecture tour, etc. Sir Wilfred was a leading English dentist, educator and research worker making important advances in dental knowledge.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files containing correspondence originating with The Australian College of Dentistry and refers to the use of the College for meetings and post war refresher courses. Box 1.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Achives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Includes hospital correspondence, (44) regarding the hospital agreement with the Red Cross over the Mobile Clinic. Includes a patient treatment card advising the use of Chromic Acid and Hydrogen Peroxide for the treatment of 'Vincents'. These were the accepted agents until penicillin became available.

History of Object

Files came from waste paper bins at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Ernst Joske's letter book with inward and outward correspondence 1937 to 1938, Book II. Includes correspondence regarding the completion of plans for a new hospital (1937), at the cost of 130,000 pounds plus 30,000 pounds for equipment. Money was to come from the dental profession, not the Government. Book also contains news paper clippings, loose papers on Dental Nurses (general) and committee business. There is also a letter from Eric Wollff's aunt concerning his welfare as a student. See references to Dr Wollff as a donor to the Museum in 2003.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence file on Eric Wollff held at the Dental History Museum.
History

Brief Description

Correspondence relating to the Pensioner Dental Scheme and including original details of meetings with the Australian Dental Association representatives etc, 1974. Box 2.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Swaged gold alloy upper denture with platinum pin teeth backed and soldered to the base. Posteriors carved from bone and secured to base by metal posts. Lower denture carved from bone and replaced by riveting a new carved piece in the anterior region. Springs and swivels fitted for retention, only one spring remains.

History of Object

Denture obtained from the Dental Museum, the Australian College of Dentistry in 1963.

This specimen illustrates many dental crafts including swaging, soldering, brazing, piercing, fitting, grinding and polishing, carving and riveting.

Materials and Finishes

Gold, alloy, bone and porcelain, produced using standard dental technology.

References

Dental Prosthetics / Workroom /Mechanical Dentistry

Brief Description

Upper and lower dentures made of swaged gold alloy fitted with retention springs. Posteriors carved from bone and attached by posts. Natural human anteriors attached by posts brazed to base. Repairs evident. Some caries present. Teeth show considerable wear. Similar to set made for George Washington. Three lower anteriors missing and upper left 2, split.

History of Object

Dentures were given to Professor Henry Atkinson by a patient in the late 1960s, an elderly man who stated that they had been in the family for many years and were worn by his grandfather.

These dentures as a set have been known as the George Washington Denture and are very similar to those that were made for him by his dentist Dr. John Greenwood in 1793. Original dentures are held by the Smithsonian Institute, Washington D.C. Check various histories of dentistry for details.

Materials and Finishes

Gold, bone, human teeth, produced using standard dental technology.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Technology / History

See History of President George Washington, USA and his dentist.

Brief Description

Set of six natural teeth threaded on a wire as were the original natural teeth when supplied to a dentist. This is a prepared specimen for display purposes and is a good copy of the actual object. Not an original, made in Melbourne, Australia.

History of Object

Prepared for display, open days and museums displays, etc.

Materials and Finishes

Human teeth.

References

History

Brief Description

Folder marked 'B' with general business and inward patient correspondence to the Dental Hospital of Melbourne,1947. Box 2. Patient correspondence was organised alphabetically according to patients family name.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2 contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Files containing correspondence and information relating to salary and staffing, patients and Dental Nurses. Correspondence relates to the period during WWII. Box 1.

History of Object

Part of a collection of files in two boxes numbered 1 & 2, contained in archive Box D5 and held by the University of Melbourne Archives. Files came from waste box at the Villiers Street Store.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Missing.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Full upper bridge on model to show technique. Made of a 'gold' alloy with porcelain teeth and a pink base, possibly a plastic. Replacing upper left and right 6,5,4,3,2 and 1.

History of Object

Bridge was brought back from USA. by Dr. W. J. Tuckfield.

Materials and Finishes

Gold alloy, plastic (?), porcelain.

References

See Jano, A. D. Australian Dictionary of Biography, vol. 12, 1990 for information on Dr. Tuckfield.
Teaching / Historical

Brief Description

Large, plaster (gypsum) models of teeth showing cavity preparation.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963. Part of a large collection of similar models made by Harold Down in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Harold Down was the Senior Lecturer in Conservative Dental Surgery in 1933. Down's work was commemorated by a brass plaque in the time of Professor F.C. Wilkinson.

Materials and Finishes

Gypsum.

References

Teaching / Historical

Brief Description

Framed membership certificate from the Victorian Institute of Engineers, issued to Dr. J. M . Lewis, 1943.

History of Object

Certificate presented by the family of Dr. J. M. Lewis, from his estate. Dr. Lewis was a great 'joiner' and collector of positions. He was a member of the Melbourne City Council and many other organisations.

Materials and Finishes

References

See Joske oration information
Historical

Brief Description

Framed attendance certificate issued to contributors at the XI International Dental Conference, London, 1952.

History of Object

Certificate presented by the family of Dr. J. M. Lewis, from his estate. Sir Eric Fish was the leading dental professional in the United Kingdom and President of the XI International Congress. He was an excellent operator and made valuable contributions in research on the structure and physiology of enamel and dentine.

Materials and Finishes

References

Historical

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819, and 1713 The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

There seems to be 2 prints yet to be catalogued.?

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819 and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819 and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819 and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819 and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

Brief Description

A series of framed color prints (reproductions) of early paintings, etchings and woodcuts of Saint Apollonia. Series includes Dental Museum Collection items 814, 815, 816, 817, 818, 819, and 1713. The original prints are held by the Royal School of Dentistry, Stockholm.

History of Object

Found by Professor Henry Atkinson in waste boxes and reframed and mounted. Possibly part of an advertising plan by 'ASTRA' in the early 1960s. Many have been questioned in an attempt to ascertain this, but to date, 3 April 2003, there has been no further information. The prints have been shown on many occasions and create great interest.

Materials and Finishes

Modern plain wood with glass frames.

References

See correspondence files; ASTRA
History

Brief Description

Single end tooth pick in nickel plated brass case with a ring for neck chain. Whole shaped like a cricket bat, has a sharp pointed tortoise shell pick, 2 cm long x 2mm in diameter

History of Object

Object probably came from Mrs. Wunderly as it was in the same box as the other gifts

Materials and Finishes

Tortoise shell and nickel plated brass

References

History

Brief Description

Heavy, oval shaped engraved metal paper weight. Made by the Australian Dental Association.

History of Object

The paper weight was awarded to Dr. K. Coilette of Heidelberg for successfully identifying an object illustrated in a recent edition of the Association's News Bulletin. As the object was on display in the Dental Museum, (thus enabling Coilette to identify it in the magazine) he donated his prize to the Museum.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, probably a die casting alloy.

References

History / Museum

Brief Description

Lower grinding stone, heavy, black and circular. Collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey flake from W.S Tasmania. 1936.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1876.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, ground edge axe, not polished. Collected from South East Australia.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Prospectus of Australian College of Dentistry and the Melbourne Dental Hospital, 1931 with the crest of the University of Melbourne, Prospectus 1930. Printed by Ford and Sons Press Ltd, 1931. Grey/blue colour.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry and Professor Henry Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and card.

References

Book / Historical

Brief Description

Prospectus of Australian College of Dentistry and the Melbourne Dental Hospital, 1932, with the crest of the University of Melbourne. Faded cover along edges. Printed by Ford and Sons Press Ltd.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry.

Materials and Finishes

References

Book / Historical

Brief Description

'Memorandum and articles of Association of the Australian College of Dentistry'. Ramsay Ware publishing Pty. Ltd., 117-129 King Street, Melbourne. Ammended 14 April 1953. Grey motled cover, black line edging.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper and card

References

Book / Historical

Brief Description

The University of Melbourne, Faculty of Dental Science Handbook, 1950. Published by Melbourne University Press.

History of Object

This copy of the hand book was given to Professor Henry Atkinson in England as a result of some previous enquiries when the chair in Dental Prosthetics in The University of Melbourne, Faculty of Dental Science, was first advertised in1947. Professor E. Matthews, Head of the Department of Dental Prosthetics, University of Melbourne, thought that Henry Atkinson ought to apply, he having just been demobbed.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and card.

References

Book / Historical

Brief Description

Small and large grinding stones, circular in shape and stained with red ochre. Collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Heavy hammer stone, black. Collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grooved axe collected from Western Victoria.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Four sided axe, polished all over, collected from New Guinea.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, ground edge axe with edge polished in parts. Collected from South East Australia. Broken.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, ground edge axe. Collected from Dargo, Victoria. Broken.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, ground edge axe, eroded on one side. An ancient hand axe collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, polished, ground edge axe. Collected from South East Australia.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Ground edge, hand axe with polished end. Most probably collected from South East Australia.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Lower six wire mounted teeth to demonstrate how early natural teeth were prepared for the profession.

History of Object

Teeth were made for demonstration purposes at the Australian College of Dentistry in 1955.

Materials and Finishes

References

See History of Ash Sons and Company LTD.
See donation by Professor A Grant of Queensland, 2002
Historical / Teaching

Brief Description

Missing

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

References

Brief Description

Large wooden partitioned box with approximately two hundred slides made by Dr. William Tuckfield and used in his lectures. Each slide edge is numbered and named. Other more recent ones are in card boxes.

History of Object

These slides probably date from the time of Professor F.C. Wilkinson. The slides may be duplicates assembled by W. J. Tuckfield in the early 1930s in connection with his appointment as head of Prosthetics Department.

Materials and Finishes

References

See 'History', and The Australian Dictionary of Biography, for impressions etc.
Teaching / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Bridge replacing right upper teeth; 7,6,5,4 and 3. Made of 'gold' alloy and porcelain. Removable. Similar to Dental Museum Collection, item 827.

History of Object

Brought back from USA. by Dr. W. J. Tuckfield.

Materials and Finishes

Gold alloy, plastic (?), porcelain.

References

See Jano, A. D. Australian Dictionary of Biography, vol. 12, 1990 for information on Dr. Tuckfield.
Teaching / Historical

Brief Description

Full upper denture carved from a solid block of bone with fourteen individual teeth in considerable detail, note incissors. Holes for hair pin springs in the rear.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. Grant.

Materials and Finishes

Bone.

References

Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Full upper denture carved from a single block of ivory with fourteen well carved and detailed teeth. Denture has holes for hair pin springs.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. Grant.

Materials and Finishes

Ivory.

References

Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Full lower denture carved from a block of ivory. The eight anteriors are matched with human anteriors i.e. a set. Lower right 4th tooth damaged as is lower left 2 and 3. Teeth are attached to base with riveted metal posts. Swivels fitted for coil retention. Springs in lower right 6 and 5 and lower left 5 and 6.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. Grant.

Materials and Finishes

Ivory and human teeth.

References

Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Full upper denture with hollow palate. Has eight human anteriors with upper right 1 and 2 missing, posts remain. Fitted to carved sockets with metal riveted posts. Has a carved recess for pins and swivels. Only upper right 1, pin remains. Carving of molars is very simple with no pits.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. Grant.

Materials and Finishes

Ivory and human teeth.

References

Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Three pictures made in the solid from vulcanite. Made by H. L. Mansfield, Dentist, Bunderberg Queensland, (1920 to 1963). Picture (A) consists of a portrait facing left. Red and white on a black ground. Picture (B) consists of another portrait facing left and picture © depicts a castle. These objects are all made in the solid from unvulcanised rubber which was then vulcanised. There is some surface paint. An example of how dentists expressed an artistic ability.

History of Object

Pictures probably given to Sir Arthur Barton Pilgrim Amies on one of his visits.

Materials and Finishes

Coloured dental rubber.

References

General treasures

Brief Description

File of K. Russel, Major in WWI and Maxillio-Oral Surgical Specialist. Includes a copy of a thesis, photographs of patients and models, original splints and models in Museum. Includes the following:

A. Cast upper splint for external attachments.
XlA. Model lower splint and guard.
lll/14. Part mould of hollow obdurator.
Xlll. Articulated models and anterior splints upper and lower.
Vll Articulated models and anterior splints and locking mechanism.
Vl Articulated models and anterior splints and locking mechanism and loops.

B. Cast lower splint for mobile posterior fracture with original museum label.
C Upper model of cleft and metal splint and extensions. This is labeled 'Denehy - Amies Prostheses, appliance appears to labelled incorrectly. Amies would have been fifteen years old when this cast was made, at school in Western Australia.
D. Upper and lower models and Gunning splints with palatal support extensions. Models are in three parts.
E. 1c1. Cast aluminium finger splint with original Museum label.
XX1.1a2. Lower cast splint and extension for skin graft on model 'Dugdale' the patients name.
E. Plaster head cap 'fragile' with extension and fittings for internal splints.
G Army issue leather string net head cap.
17. Cast coin silver splint.
1a 6 H. Special upper denture for fitting on appliance.
14. Cast coin silver splint and screw molar locks.
I. Hand sewn webbing head band.

History of Object

The written material and copy of the thesis was donated by Mary Russel, the granddaughter of Major Ken Russel. The other records came from the Australian College of Dentistry and The Australasian Royal College of Surgeons.

Materials and Finishes

References

History / Oral Surgery

Brief Description

Leatherette box with two claps for holding a set of six hand pluggers. Part of a set which includes Dental Museum Collection items 1096 to 1102.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963. Thought to have been given by Dr Gershon Bennett.

Materials and Finishes

References

Clinical / Conservative Dentistry

Brief Description

Three certificates awarded to Dr. Ripley Kingsley Dawborn.
BDSC 1921 the University of Melbourne (Bachelor of Dental Science).
LDS Vic 1922 Dental Board Victoria.
DDS Penn 1933, in Latin.

History of Object

Certificates were presented by Dr. Ripley Kingsley Dawborns son, a specialist medico. Certificates were framed and had suffered long exposure to light having probably hung on Dr. Kingsley Dawborn's surgery wall. Further family details on donor cards

Materials and Finishes

Parchment and paper.

References

History / Archives

Brief Description

M.A.C.D. certificate for William John Tuckfield for the award of the "Member of the Australian College of Dentistry (in Latin).

History of Object

Certificate was given to Professor Henry F. Atkinson as a family gift when William J. Tuckfield was being packed up to go to his son in Queensland. It was given to his daughter with other memorabilia from Tuckfield's estate.

Materials and Finishes

Parchment.

References

History

Brief Description

Heavy dark stained wooden board given by Melbourne Dental Students with thirty nine plates for names of recipients. The first award went to William T. Smith in 1973, the Superintendent of The Royal Dental Hospital (after whom the award was named) and the last to Dr A.S. Malcolm in 1982, Senior Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry. Board has a large plaster model of a molar tooth attached by peg and glue in top left corner.

History of Object

William T. Smith was the Superintendent for many years. He was a most helpful person to all, a good teacher, never cross, popular and hard working. These awards continued for nine years and faded. They were made entirely by students and announced at the annual dinner after final exams.

Materials and Finishes

Wood and plaster.

References

History

Brief Description

Box of 3¼ x 3¼ inch lantern slides relating to research undertaken by Professor Henry F. Atkinson prior to his arrival in Australia. Shows early paper chromatographic equipment.

History of Object

Donated by Professor Henry F. Atkinson.

Materials and Finishes

References

Research

Brief Description

Collection of three boxes of 3¼ x 3¼ inch lantern slides of the lectures given by Sir Eric W. Fish on his visit to Australia. Slides were given to the Australian College of Dentistry and William J. Tuckfield and form the basis of Fish's and Tuckfield's books on dentures. With two similar boxes of William J. Tuckfield's all numbered and named.

History of Object

See Journals for details of Sir Eric W. Fish's visit and lectures given and where. See also: Tuckfield, W. J., Full Denture Techniques, The Australian College of Dentistry, Melbourne, 1945.

Materials and Finishes

References

History / Prosthetic Dentistry

Brief Description

Typical X-ray tube of the 1920s. All exposed and demountable. Taken from a Ritter machine and made in America.

History of Object

Tube most probably came from private practice. It was removed from the cabinet of the Ritter machine which was in poor condition. The tube on this machine is probably the oldest in the collection. See Dental Museum Collection item 1536 for a related item. Tube is unique.

Materials and Finishes

References

Clinical / Historical

Brief Description

Lower impression tray of porcelain, grey/green in colour. Made in England.

History of Object

Donated by Professor A. Grant.

Materials and Finishes

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Typical document seal press with dies from the Australian College of Dentistry. In a wooden box, one lock is missing and one is damaged.

History of Object

Came originally from the Australian College of Dentistry, then to Elizabeth Street where is was lost and then found again.

In the mid 1960s after the Australian College of Dentistry was wound up, the box was found damaged (locks forced) and sent to the Hospital carpenter for repair. Changes in staff at all levels over the years resulted in their being no follow-up. Book and seal lost. In the early 1990s it was noticed by Professor Henry Atkinson that the associate Engineer (Mr J. Low) had a foot rest under his desk which turned out to be the seal in its box. This was immediately salvaged.

Materials and Finishes

Cast iron

References

History

Brief Description

Copy of the 'Constitution and Rules of the Dental Hospital, 1924', Melbourne, J. W. Knapton and Co., Printers 204-6 Latrobe Street.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and card.

References

Book, Historical.

Brief Description

Copy of the Etruscan bridge (700 - 500 BC), made in the Prosthetics Department by Dr. C. Dennis. With Dental Museum Collection items 831, 830 & 829, it was used in the Discovery Week of the University in 1957 and full details appeared in Discovery No. 2 1957, University of Melbourne.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Natural teeth.

References

See Discovery No. 2 1957, University of Melbourne
Historical / Teaching

Brief Description

Continental bridge replacing upper left 7 to 2 . Gold alloy caps on 7 and 2, base metal between acrylic teeth. Mounted on clear plastic base for display.

History of Object

This bridge was removed in 'locals' by Dr. P. Sutton. The abutment teeth were described as being "horribly loose and abscessed". It was used to demonstrate what not to do. Dr. Sutton was a Senior Lecturer in the Department do Oral Medicine and Surgery

Materials and Finishes

Gold alloy, metal and plastic.

References

Historical / Teaching

Brief Description

Post and tube removable bridge for upper left 1 & 2 and upper right 2 & 1. Made in Melbourne of porcelain and gold alloy.

History of Object

Patient injured by a piece of flying machinery which knocked out the upper right teeth 1 & 2 and broke off crowns of upper left 2 & 1. Used as a teaching specimen for demonstrating early techniques.

Materials and Finishes

Porcelain and gold alloy.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics / Historical

Brief Description

Electric engine with normal cable arm and slip joint driven by a cord from an electric motor mounted on a four leg cast iron stand each with rubber tyre wheel. Not casters. Motor connected to foot control giving charges in rotation and speed. Foot control x has flat sliding contacts. Connection from motor to small wall cabinet for operating electric plugger, cautery and mouth lamp (dental mirror.) Motor mounted on polished wood base bearing a plate reading, "The SS White Dental Manufacturing Company. SSW (Monogram in diamond). No 309. Patented Dec 8.87. Aug 15.93. Dec 25. 93. English Jan 1.94". Motor consists of a large cast iron frame in two parts with central field coil. Armature double wound with standard communicator and slip rings fitted with adjustable carbon brushes. Drive from motor through ¼ inch round leather belt to countershaft on resistance cage possible driving cooling fan. Armature lubricated with screw carbon grease caps. All enclosed in a metal cover.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Cast iron, steel and copper.

References

History / Restorative Dentistry

Brief Description

A replica set of six anterior teeth drilled and threaded on wire. Made by Dr. C. Dennis, reader in Dental Prosthetics. An original set was held in the Turner Dental School, Manchester.

History of Object

Teeth were used in the early Discovery Day demonstrations that were first held in the Australian College of Dentistry, Spring Street and shown at the 1990 Centenary.

Materials and Finishes

References

Dental Prosthetics / History

Brief Description

Longcase clock in black stained cabinet with striking mechanisms

History of Object

Given to the Australian College of Dentistry by Mr. G. Findlay around 1970. This clock stood in the Dental Faculty offices over wound for years. It was cleaned by Professor Henry Atkinson for the Century of Dental Education in 1997and ran well after adjustment. Appears to have been a D.I.Y example from a kit as movement is crudely fitted and is of a simple, cheap, American make.

When George Findlay went to England to take up a position with the UK Dental Service in Bourmouth, he passed this item to Sid Arthur, a life time friend for the museum. It has little if any horological value but is included for its association with George Findlay. An earlier gift from George Findlay included his WWI medals (four) in a wood frame with glass and a covering blue airmail letter. these were passed to archives for safe keeping.

Materials and Finishes

References

See journals and Australian College of Dentistry Minutes for information on Findlay. Obituary notices in files.
History

Brief Description

Upper six wire mounted teeth to demonstrate how early natural teeth were prepared for the profession.

History of Object

Teeth were made for demonstration purposes at the Australian College of Dentistry in 1955

Materials and Finishes

References

See History of Ash Sons and Company LTD.
See donation by Professor A Grant of Queensland, 2002
Historical / Teaching

Brief Description

Engraved metal block for printing the letter head for the College, with name of dean etc.

History of Object

Obtained by Professor Henry Atkinson when visting "Buy Rite" second hand metal mechant and obtained for a song. The owners (Buy Rite) said that it had come to them in some scrap metal that was being sorted, ferrous - non ferrous, it was of no value but he kept it since it was polished and engraved. It was used as a paper weight.

Materials and Finishes

References

History

Brief Description

Ritter X-ray machine with exposed tube, HT lead and a large internal oil filled transformer with taps. Has an all glass dismountable tube with warning notice, a movable mechanical timer and a large cast iron floor power outlet. X-ray painted white. Made in the USA.

History of Object

X-ray machine was being disposed of by the Commonwealth Radiation Laboratory. Machine was offered to the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne but little or no interest was shown. Dr. H. Keur, head of the Hospital X-ray unit offered it to Professor Henry Atkinson who accepted it.

Materials and Finishes

References

Clinical / Conservative Dentistry / Oral Surgery / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Typical kerosene stove with a brass base and a pump and filler cap. The burner has been altered and pipe fitted in place to displace burners (silent type) by some 40 cm and lower, in order that it can be placed under a vulcaniser. Made in Sweden by Primus.

History of Object

Stove came from Dr. W. Smithson and was used by a country Dentist before gas or electricity was available. It was used with Dental Museum Collection item 513.

Materials and Finishes

Body made of polished brass.

References

For a related object see Dental Museum Collection item 513.
Mechanical Dentistry / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Typical rubber stamp for office use.

History of Object

Stamp found in junk (waste bin) at Villiers Street, 1997.

Materials and Finishes

Rubber and wooden handle.

References

Equipment / Office, Hospital

Brief Description

Complete head (tube transformer) of Phillips 'Oralix' X Ray machine mounted on a hard wood base. Fab No 250503. 220V 50 - 60. 11225/50. 21825/20. A very neat, small machine made in Holland.

History of Object

Given to Professor Henry Atkinson by John Nitscke who at that time was employed by The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne as an electrician.

Materials and Finishes

References

Clinical / Radiology

Brief Description

Typical ornate brass ear syringe with a push pull action ring end handle, and a bone nozzle. Syringe has an oval shaped name label.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963. May have been used by Sir Arthur Amies.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, leather and bone.

References

Clinical / Oral Surgery / Restorative

Brief Description

Clear acrylic face mask of subject with right side of jaw swollen. Made in Melbourne, Australia.

History of Object

Mask came from W. J. Tuckfield's estate.

Materials and Finishes

Clear acylic (Perspex) sheet, most probably heat formed over a gypsum model or, unlikely, on the cadaver.

References

See all previous entrys under Dotor W. J. Tuckfield in teaching etc.
Research / Teaching

Brief Description

Trimmed knife flake, Kanowna Station, Central Australia, 1926.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Thin metal door plate in the name of A. J. Moloney B.D.S. (Sydney) and underneath 'Dental Surgeon'. Letters on plate are engraved and filled in black.

History of Object

Given by Dr. William Smithson to Professor Henry Atkinson after Dr. Smithson had taken over a practice originally owned by C. C. Gaylard of Tatura, Victoria. This plate and Dental Museum Collection items 560, 561 and 562 were found in a box of 'junk' in the garden shed.

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Historical

Brief Description

Flake collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Micro scrapers collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey bondi point, collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey flake, collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Crescent shaped, brown, geometrical microlith from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Trimmed grey flake, original letters indistinct, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Small chipped fragments of clear quartz from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Quartz rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Chipped dark grey stone from Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

High backed side scraper, grey collected from Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Typical cast plaque of the arms of the American Dental Association.

History of Object

Plaque was presented to the Museum by Dr Adamson, the executor of Sir Kenneth's estate.

Materials and Finishes

Probably die cast and hand painted.

References

See American Dental Journal
Historical

Brief Description

Cast half head profile of J. Monahan Lewis in bronze mounted on wooden plaque. Cast dated 1955.

History of Object

It has been suggested that this plaque was given to the college by Dr Lewis when a prize - 'The Monahan Lewis Prize in Periodontics' was established. A check of college faculty papers has not as yet revealed any details.

Materials and Finishes

Bronze and wood.

References

See Australian Dental Journal, 'Prize in Periodontics'
Historical

Brief Description

Circular painted wooden plaque of Dutch interior showing anatomical dissection of left arm. Made to represent an old master.

History of Object

Plaque came from Sir Arthur Amies after his overseas visits in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Painted wood.

References

Historical

Brief Description

Prospectus of the Australian College of Dentistry and Melbourne Dental Hospital 1929, with the University Crest. Blue/grey colour. Printed by Ford and Sons Press, Drummond Street Carlton, Ltd.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Paper and card.

References

Book / Historical

Brief Description

Bondi point collected from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Brown scraper from Oyster Bay, Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Typical full lower denture with pink gum, 'whale bone' base and porcelain teeth. Well worne. Denture has a 2.5 mm hole in lower flange.

History of Object

Dentures came from a patient at the Royal Dental Hospital, Spring Street.

Materials and Finishes

Made of vulcanite using standard dental techniques.

References

Clinical / Dental Prosthetics

Brief Description

Oration plaque with cast bronze profile of the head of Ernest Joske. Mounted on a wooden base below which is a small brass plate engraved with the name of the recipient and the year of the oration. In 1957 the award was given to Sir Arthur Amies. Made in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

History of Object

The plaque was given by Sir Arthur Amies to the Dental Museum. The plaque was given to the orator for the Joske oration which was established by the Dental Board of Victoria to commemorate the life and work of Ernest Joske who was the secretary of the Australian College of Dentistry, The Dental Hospital of Melbourne and also the Registrar of the Dental Board until his death in 1939.

Materials and Finishes

Hand finished cast bronze and wood.

References

The oration may be read in the Dental Journals of 1957.
Historical

Brief Description

Oration plaque with cast bronze profile of the head of Ernest Joske. Mounted on a wooden base below which is a small brass plate engraved with the name of the recipient and the year of the oration. Made in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Awarded to Dr. J. Monahan Lewis who delivered the fourth oration.

History of Object

Plaque was presented to the University by the family of the late Dr. J. Lewis.

Materials and Finishes

Bronze and wood.

References

See Australian Dental Journal
Historical

Brief Description

Brass engraved plaque with lettering filled in black. Made in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

History of Object

In 1923 the Melbourne Dental Students' Society presented the first X-ray machine to the College and Hospital in memory of their fallen comrades. The plaque was attached to the wall of the X-ray room in Spring Street where it remained until the premises were vacated in 1963 when it was removed and 'put in store'. When preparations were in progress for the 1990 Centenary of the Hospital this plaque could not be found but a photograph negative by Dr. W. J. Tuckfield was discovered from which prints were made and used by Professor H. F. Atkinson in his history of the Dental Hospital. One print was mounted on a wooden block, varnished and used in a display with other plaques.

In 1993 the plaque was found at the bottom of a box of papers from Sir Arthur Amies office when some cupboards in the Dental Library were being cleared. The material in the box was from 1960 to 1970 and it is most likely that the plaque was packed in Spring Street and lay undisturbed for thirty years.

Materials and Finishes

Brass and wood.

References

Clinical / Historical

Brief Description

Brass engraved/filled plaque mounted in Spring Street beside a display case showing a series of plaster teaching models made by C. H. Down, then lecturer in Conservative Dental Surgery, 1931. Plaque was made in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry, 1963. The plaque would have been authorised by the then Dean Professor F.C. Wilkinson.

Materials and Finishes

Hand made in brass and wood.

References

Historical.

Brief Description

Circular shaped, grey micro-scraper from Tarwin.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1876.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Slate grey, double concave scraper from Coutland, Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Thin metal door plate in the name of "C. C. GAYLARD B.D.Sc. L.D.S.Dental Surgeon". Letters on plate are engraved and filled in black. Made in Victoria

History of Object

Given by Dr. William Smithson to Professor Henry Atkinson after Dr. Smithson had taken over a practice originally owned by C. C. Gaylard of Tatura, Victoria. This plate and Dental Museum Collection items 559, 561 and 562 were found in a box of 'junk' in the garden shed.

Materials and Finishes

Brass.

References

Historical

Brief Description

Light grey, high backed quartz scraper from Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Quartz rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey scraper collected in Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey brown lide scraper collected from Distillery Creek, Tasmania.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Pyramid shaped, light brown, small core from Altona.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Black, pyramid shaped, small core from Altona.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Chipped, curved, clear glass scraper from Altona.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Clear, bottle glass fragment.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Typical cast plaque of the arms of the British Dental Association and presented to Dr. K. Adamson, 1957

History of Object

Plaque was presented to the Museum by Dr. Kenneth Adamson, the executor of Sir Kenneth's estate.

Materials and Finishes

Possibly die cast alloy.

References

Historical

Brief Description

Two geometric hammer stones collected from Mulka. One (58), missing.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stones.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Framed certificate of registration by the dental board of Victoria for Dentist William Macfarlane, 24 July 1896. Signed by Ernest Joske Registrar of The Board

History of Object

From the collection of the College.

Materials and Finishes

References

See Robertson, J., History of Dentistry in Victoria and History of the Dental Board of Victoria.

Brief Description

End scraper, grey collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Grey end scraper, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

End scraper, grey, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1869
History / Laboratory - Teaching.

Brief Description

End scraper, grey, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1876.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

End scraper, grey collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.

Brief Description

Two cresent shaped, geometric microliths, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Flake, grey, collected from Mulka.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Rock.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Upper grinding stone with cutting edge, collected from Mulka. Black.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Upper grinding stone, large and flat, collected from Mulka. Dark grey.

History of Object

During the checking of the Hospital Store in Villiers Street a large box was found 'full of stones' which it was thought might belong to the Museum. Later examination by Professor H. Atkinson confirmed that these were indeed museum specimens as each carried an identification number either written on the stone or by means of an adhesive label. Quite recently (2000), when sorting discarded dental library papers, several manually typed sheets were found that proved to be a numbered list of these specimens. A provenance for the list has not been found but from personal knowledge there were two free standing display cases and one wall mounted cabinet in the Dental Museum at 711 Elizabeth Street that were used to house these specimens. Further more, from minutes of the Odontological Society of Victoria and articles in the Australian Journal of Dentistry, it is known that the early dentists were keen naturalists and collectors with a particular interest in the diet and teeth of the Aborigines which gives some support to the suggestion that they may have been amongst the original donors to this collection. One collector, Harry Brookes Nicholls, was also a lecturer to dental students and bequeathed his natural history collection to the Australian College of Dentistry and the museum. Professor F. C. Wilkinson (1924-1934) was a strong supporter of the museum and used it in the teaching of Comparative Dental Anatomy. In recent times Dr. J. Wunderly, a Specialist Orthodontist, had similar interests to Wilkinson and attended many 'digs' in Victoria and elsewhere maintaining an interest in the museum and possibly donating specimens. Professor Draper Campbell, Dean of the Dental School of the University of Adelaide and producer of the classical film on aboriginal life 'So they did eat' was a user and donator to the museum. There is physical evidence that some of these artifacts came from other collections by the presence of duplicated identification numbers. (Professor Henry Atkinson).

Materials and Finishes

Natural stone.

References

For related objects see Dental Museum Collection items 1785 to 1870.
History / Laboratory - Teaching

Brief Description

Oval rubber stamp used by College Library before 1963 when it came under University control, to mark all additions to the Library. Some of the older books bear the imprint on both covers and also several pages of text.

History of Object

Obtained from the Australian College of Dentistry in 1963.

Materials and Finishes

Rubber and brass.

References