Brief Description

Dial face thermometer, in watch-style case, calibrated from twenty five to one hundred and ten degrees fahrenheit. Probable serial number 3378.

History of Object

Included in contents of Dr. James Jamieson's medical bag (registration number 74), who practiced in Warnambool and Melbourne, later lecturing in Obstetrics at Melbourne University. He died in 1916.

Materials and Finishes

Metal and glass

References

AMA Museum catalogue.
Association card: Jamieson, James (Dr.)
Association files.

Brief Description

Dudgeon type sphygmograph used for recording the pulse at the wrist., clockwork drive for paper tape. Made by Arnold and Sons, London. Serial Number 2516. Stored in black case with purple satin lining.

History of Object

Included in contents of Dr. James Jamieson's medical bag (registration number 74), who practiced in Warnambool and Melbourne, later lecturing in Obstetrics at Melbourne University. He died in 1916.

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated) & cloth

References

Association file; AMA Museum catalogue.

Brief Description

Liebereich ophthalmoscope, simple type with hinged magnifying glass. Packed in black case with purple cloth lining. Made by Mawson and Thompson in London, United Kingdom.

History of Object

Included in contents of Dr. James Jamieson's medical bag (registration number 74), who practiced in Warnambool and Melbourne, later lecturing in Obstetrics at Melbourne University. He died in 1916.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, cloth and cardboard

References

Association file; AMA Museum catalogue.

Brief Description

Curved metal spout and light with cylindrical handle for housing batteries.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated).

References

Brief Description

Dudgeon type Sphygmograph used to record the pulse at the wrist with clock work drive for paper tape. Made by J. Ganter, London, serial number 326.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated) and cloth

References

Brief Description

Martin type Sphygmonanometer, consisting of a wooden base, a wooden upright with scale and mercury tube, a metal inflating pump and a rubber cushion with cloth cover and leather strap. Made under the supervision of W. J. McCaw at he Physiological Laboratory Melbourne about 1905.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, cloth , metal, glass and rubber.

References

Allen & Hanbury's Surgical Instruments Catalogue and Supplement p. 855

Brief Description

Marey sphygmograph, brass construction with bamboo and steel stylus. Supplied in black case with purple lining, also holding an ink bottle. Made in France by Breguet clockwork mechanics. Probably serial number 57201

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Brass, wood and cloth

References

Brief Description

Mackenzie ink polygraph, capable of taking pulses at two separate locations on the
subject. Comes with case and accessories. All tambour membranes damaged. Designed by James Mackenzie.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, celluloid and rubber.

References

Mackenzie, James Diseases of the Heart, 1910, pp. 72-73.
Supplementary file.

Brief Description

Ophthalmoscope with fold away handle, adjustable brass dials with a variety of lenses set in them and a number of discs that can be inserted into a clasp on the ophthalmoscope. A cloth covered case painted black is also provided.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, natural fibre (painted and dyed) and glass.

References

Allen & Hanburys, Ltd., Surgical Instruments Catalogue and Supplement, 1905, pp. 494-495
Supplementary file.

Brief Description

Ophthalmoscope with screw on handle. Low geared brass wheel which when turned rotates a numbered disc relative to a set of lenses of varying magnifications. Round mirrored discs on reverse side to accommodate revolving lenses. Object is stored in a folding case with a large magnifying glass strapped to the lid.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, synthetic, satin and velvet

References

Brief Description

Leibreich's simple ophthalmoscope with screw on handle and hinged lens clasp with removable lens, which folds down over aperture. Mirror surface on reverse side. Two convex shaped lenses fit into insets in case and four separate flat lenses fit into envelopes on case lid. Object stored in cloth covered satin lined case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, wood, satin, velvet and cloth.

References

Brief Description

Spirometer kit consisting of the spirometer, a brass cylinder painted black with a brass cup, two lengths of rubber hose, one of which has a glass mouthpiece, and a wooden box with a key.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Brass (painted), glass and wood (varnished)

References

Allen & Hanburys Ltd., Surgical Instruments Catalogue and Supplement, London, p. 858.
Supplementary file.

Brief Description

An early form of May's electric ophthalmoscope originally used by Dame Jean Macnamara. Handle consists of a hollow silver tube for holding batteries. Has "+" and "-" numerical indicator below eye viewer for magnification power. Instrument is stored in cloth covered box with spare convex lens.

History of Object

Ophthalmoscope used by Dame Jean Macnamara

Materials and Finishes

Metal and glass.

References

Brief Description

Brunton auriscope, brass construction with silver plating, with three interchangeable ear pieces. Packed in black case with purple lining. Made by W. Skidmore, Sheffield, U.K. about 1885.

History of Object

A similar auriscope was advertised in a 1906 catalogue for 1-1-0 pounds

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated).

References

Brief Description

Marey sphygmograph made of brass, with brass and iron stylus. Housed in black case with purple lining. Made by Breguet with a Breguet wound mechanism. Serial number 52293.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Brass, iron, cotton (painted) and cotton

References

Supplementary file

Brief Description

Coryllos thorascope consisting of a wooden case with a control panel set inside, a number of electrically operated cantery rods, a trocar, examination telescope, small light bulbs and electric cables. Made by the American Cystoscope Makers, Inc.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wood, synthetic, glass and paint.

References

Down Brothers Ltd., Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances, London pp.444c.
Letter in supplementary file.

Brief Description

Flat shaped clinical thermometer, marked in 1/10 C o between thirty four degrees and forty two degrees. Thirty seven degrees marked in red to indicate normal blood temperature. Could be used as a rectal thermometer and in veterinary practice. Kept in a flat brass case with lid. Sponge at bottom of case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury and paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Layrngological aural examination kit, by Denyer Brothers

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, bronze (plated), wood (painted), synthetic and cotton.

References

Incomplete

Brief Description

Electric light laryngoscope by Semen Versey's patent. Has synthetic handle with "point type" trigger and adjustable rheostat. A brass rod extends from the handle and the light is at the end of the rod. There is a small sliding clamp fixed to rod. Two electrodes emerge from top of handle to be connected to power source by green covered copper wire which has connecting plugs at each end and removable connectors.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Synthetic, metal and glass.

References

Weiss, 1889; p127 and fig 1667A.

Brief Description

Politzer's acoumeter has a two finger grip, allowing operator to vibrate lever freely against round metal rod. Operating end of lever has a hard rubber cushion. An acoustic bar is inserted in the acoumeter through which sound travels to patient. Housed in a satin and velvet lined fitted box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (polished), paper, velvet and satin

References

Allen & Hanbury's Ltd. London. P. 247.

Brief Description

Cystoscope with electric light apparatus, and includes green-corded power attachment, and instrument case.

History of Object

Box not original.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, brass, rubber, fabric, plastic, wood (covered) and velvet.

References

Book: Down Bros. Ltd, "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances...", 1906, pages 1058-9 show similar instruments.

Brief Description

Cystoscope with electric light apparatus, with crimson and grey-corded power attachment, and honey-coloured instrument case.

History of Object

There are also 5 replacement globes, 4 rubber attachments and 2 phials of Indigo carmine, in cardboard box and compartment within box.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wood, cotton, glass, rubber and wire (electrical).

References

Brief Description

Endoscope set by A.C.M.I., with 3 female and 3 male major parts, and smaller fittings, plus unnumbered rubber disc cushions. In instrument case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber and wood.

References

Brief Description

Cystoscope with electric light fitting, with green-corded power attachment, and 2 metal tins inside tin box. Also included are 1 bulb replacement and 4 small rubber fittings.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, cotton, ?plastic, glass, rubber and wire (electrical).

References

Brief Description

Boehm's resectoscope with electric light fitting, and black-corded power attachment and fittings, in dark brown instrument case. 2 envelopes contain gaskets and retaining ring. Box contains 2 tiny bulbs and 4 cylinders in their own compartments.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, glass, wire (electrical), copper, plastic, wood and velvet.

References

Book: Down Bros. Ltd, "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances...", 1938, page 834B.

Brief Description

Sigmoidoscope with electric light fitting, has blue-corded power attachment and fittings, in honey wood instrument case. Marked in centimetre notches. 2 replacement bulbs included.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ?plastic, wire (electrical), paper, wood (coated) and velvet.

References

Book: Down Bros. Ltd, "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances...", 1938, pp. 1156-7.

Brief Description

Cystoscope (not positively identified as such) with electric light fitting, black-corded power attachment and fittings, in wooden instrument case. Includes additional fittings such as bulbs and gaskets in envelope. Note: not found in allocated location.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ?plastic, rubber, wire (electrical), wood (varnished) and brass.

References

Brief Description

Brahsch cystoscope with electric light fitting, purple corded power attachment, in a black instrument case. Made by E.S.I. Company, Rochester, New York, USA.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, electric wire, fabric, velvet, satin, glass and wood.

References

Brief Description

Cystoscope with electric light fitting, a dark brown corded power attachment, in a honey coloured instrument case. Made by Wolf and Zeiss-Kollm, Berlin East Germany.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wire (electrical and coated), glass and wood (coated)

References

Brief Description

Four spare cystoscope telescopes, two bulbs and an electrical power attachment.

History of Object

Comes with a small box of unnumbered replacement bulbs.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, plastic, wire (electrical and coated), paper (printed), cardboard and glass.

References

Brief Description

Pocket urine testing kit in stainless steel case with fold-away test-tube stand and compartment. Contains 5 test tubes, tablets, thermometer with cover, 2 litmus paper books, spirit bottle and wick.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass (etched), paper (printed), cotton, cork and contents.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with Levy blood counting cell, by A.H. Thomas. Dark green cloth-bound case in black-green box. Also instruction book, two pipettes, and two cover glasses.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, cardboard, paper (printed), velvet, cloth (coated), metal, glass, rubber and plastic.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with ?Thoma blood counting cell, by Leitz. In textured claret case with slide rod catch. Also two pipettes and two cover glasses.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, cloth (coated), metal, velvet, glass and rubber.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with ?Thoma blood counting cell, by Leitz. In textured brown case with slide rod catch. Also two pipettes and one cover glass.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, cloth (coated), velvet, metal, glass, rubber, bone and leatherette.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with ?Thoma blood counting cell, by Leitz. In textured claret case with slide rod catch. Also two pipettes and five cover glasses.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, cloth (coated), velvet metal, glass, bone and leatherette.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with Neubauer blood counting cell by Zeiss. In textured claret case with slide rod catch. Also two haemocytometers, and assorted packaged glass slide covers.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, bone, velvet, wood, metal, glass, rubber, paper (printed and waxed), cloth (coated) and plastic.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with Neubauer blood counting cell by Hellige. In red-claret case, plus two haemocytometers pipettes, two packaged cover glasses.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Cloth (coated), wood, velvet, fabric, glass, rubber, bone plastic, paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit by Hawksley, in leatherette black case. Consists of two pipettes, filter dropper in bottle, glass pan, ?finger prickers and oddments. Concealed compartment.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, velvet, silk, metal, glass and rubber.

References

Brief Description

Haemocytometer kit with Tuerk blood counting cell, by Reichert. In brown textured case. Cell has clips. Also two pipettes and two packaged cells.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, velvet, metal, glass, rubber and paper.

References

Brief Description

Assortment of pipettes, for use as part of haemocytometer kits. Also tube and fittings, and graded rods or containers for measuring.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass and rubber.

References

Brief Description

Helber-Glynn blood-counting cell, for use with haemocytometer. Boxed.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass, cardboard and paper.

References

Brief Description

Two Sahli haemoglobinometer kits, by Hawksley, in textured black case. Consists of Sahli device, pipette, dropper, graduated tube, swizzle stick, and tube of solution. Also includes instructions.

History of Object

Little difference between the two kits; minor differences in the cases and dropper suction pieces.

Materials and Finishes

Wood (coated, plastic, metal, glass, rubber, cork, velvet, satin and paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Doyen's bone mallet; slender neck and flat impact surface. Head is weighted.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Aesculap, 19: p. 190, no. B-19268.

Brief Description

Sahli type haemometer by Hellige in plastic claret box with moulded compartments. Contains pipette, dropper, graduated tube, swizzle stick, cleaning brush, haemometer and lancets.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Plastic, metal, glass, wire, bristle, wool, rubber, paper (printed) and tape (cloth).

References

See "Supplementary File" for Technical Information sheets (photocopies) for the Hellige haemometer.

Brief Description

Haemoglobinometer kit by Hawksley, in partitioned case. Consists of graduated test tube, solution tube, pipette, stand, filtering bottle, lancet bottle.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, leatherette, velvet, satin, glass, brass, metal, rubber and synthetic.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1399, no. 1399/6.

Brief Description

Traube's ivory pleximeter with metal hinges, and Flint's percussor hammer. In black leatherette case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Ivory, metal, ?rubber, wood, leatherette, velvet and silk.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1125, no. 4875 (percussor) and p. 1128, no. 4886 (pleximeter).

Brief Description

Battery-operated auriscope by Keeler. Has two screw-on specula, detachable mirror, and swinging magnifying glass, and alternative attachment of bulb on long glass rod. In case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass (silvered), wood, leatherette, velvet, silk and bone.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1389C.

Brief Description

Morton's wide-angle ophthalmoscope by Keeler. Battery-operated, consists of leatherette-clad battery chamber which supports a tilting platform with rotating lenses and reading dial. In case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), leatherette, bone, glass (silvered), wood, velvet, silk and tape (cloth).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 740, no. 740/1.

Brief Description

May's battery-operated ophthalmoscope (25 lenses) by Keeler.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated) and plastic)

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 739, no. 739/4.

Brief Description

Auriscope with light via battery jack fitting. Head-piece has detachable speculum and magnifying glass. Missing a side attachment.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, rubber and synthetic.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 545, no. 545/17-18.

Brief Description

Traube's percussion hammer. Hammer head is completely to the fore, and has screw-off lead with rubber tip.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal and rubber.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1403.
Catalogue: Aesculap, 19: p. 1, no. A-6761½.

Brief Description

Brunton's auriscope with set of 3 specula, in walnut-coloured fitted box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wood (veneered) and felt.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 545, no. 545/21.

Brief Description

Brunton's auriscope with 2 specula, in metal box with slip-out fitting plate.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 545, no. 545/21.

Brief Description

Brunton's auriscope with set of 3 specula, in square leatherette box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, wood, leatherette and velvet.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 545, no. 545/21.

Brief Description

Three sets of Brunton's auriscope, each with a set of 3 specula, in rectangular leatherette box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wood, glass, velvet and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 545, no. 545/21.

Brief Description

Three Morton's pocket ophthalmoscopes with screw-on handles and two rear mirrors, in round-cornered, carved-out wooden cases.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ivory, leather, wood, chamois and elastic.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 557, no. 2494.

Brief Description

Five Morton' spocket ophthalmoscopes with screw-on handles and 2 rear mirrors, in round-cornered leatherette cases. Large convex lens included. Item 16 not in case, and has no lens.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), glass (silvered), wood, ivory, leatherette, velvet and satin.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 557, no. 2494.

Brief Description

Improved Juler's ophthalmoscope by Pillischer, with screw-on handle. Pocket-size in leatherette case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), ebony, glass (silvered), wood and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 556, no. 2492.

Brief Description

Liebreich's ophthalmoscope, possibly also by Liebreich. Includes 2 large lenses and 5 small lenses. In fitted case with cloth and leatherette covering.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass (silvered), synthetic, wood, leatherette, cloth and velvet.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 557, no. 2493.

Brief Description

Two Liebreich's ophthalmoscope with screw-on ivory handle. Has one large lens and four small lenses. In fitted leatherette case. Item (.9) not in case, and only has one small lens.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ivory, glass (silvered), wood, velvet, satin and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p.557, no. 2493.

Brief Description

May's battery-operated ophthalmoscope by Wappler Electric Co., with chrome battery case and black dial.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 739, no. 739/4.

Brief Description

Dial head-piece for ophthalmoscope. Consists of swivelling and rotating dial attached to back of mirror.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal and glass (silvered).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances".

Brief Description

C.J. Martin's sphygmomanometer by Mayer and Meltzer. Consists of canvas arm band with leather straps and central plug, an associated plug, a measuring tube and a few other pieces, in wooden box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Canvas, leather, metal, vulcanite, wood (varnished), brass, glass and paper (printed).

References

Brief Description

Martin's sphygmomanometer by Mayer and Meltzer, but missing arm band.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, rubber, metal, wood (varnished), paper (printed), tape (cloth) and brass.

References

Brief Description

Centenary moel armoured "Ellisco" sphygmomanometer with "Erkarapid" arm pad. Gauge and pump attachment built into case lid; khaki arm pad with velcro fastening and lemon-shaped pump. In narrow, deep black leatherette box.

History of Object

Belonged to Dr B. Woch, of William St. Melbourne.

Materials and Finishes

Rubber, canvas, velcro, fabric (embroidered), metal, glass, plastic, wood and leatherette.

References

Brief Description

Two arm pad for sphygmomanomete,r in black silky cotton fabric with rubber air tubes and inflating pillow.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, rubber, metal and cotton.

References

Brief Description

"Tycos" brand sphygmomanometer by Short and Mason. Consists of simple fawn cotton arm pad with rubber pump and clock-face gauge. In simple leatherette case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, rubber, metal (coated), glass, wood, leatherette and synthetic.

References

Brief Description

Simple irrigation cystoscope with obturator, has 2 stopcocks.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass and filament.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p.1059, no. 4618.

Brief Description

Electric urethroscope by Wolf, consisting of control and lens handpiece; 5 interchangeable globes, power plug and cord; and 2 urethral specula (by different makers). In fitted and varnished case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood (varnished), metal, glass, filament and cord (electrical).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1065, no. 4637.

Brief Description

Electric cystoscope by Zeiss-Kollmorgen and Sass Wolf, in fitted and varnished wooden csae. Includes other pieces and 2 extremely fine and long catheter.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood (varnished), metal, glass, filament, cord (electrical) and rubber.

References

File: Correspondence File: "Hallows, Bruce R."

Brief Description

Carwardine's saccharometer for the quantitative estimation of sugar in urine by the use of Fehling's Solution. Consists of graduated measure, 3 test tubes and 2 ring grips. In box with instructions on inner lid. 2 glass pipettes and corked test tube are also included but do not seem to have been part of the original set.

History of Object

The originally catalogued set was replaced in 1996 with a better preserved version, although the second hand grip ring (.6) was retained from the original set to complete the better one.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, metal, cardboard, paper (printed) and rubber.

References

File: Supplementary File: for photocopy of instructions glued to box.
Catalogue: Allen and Hanbury's "Surgical Instruments" p.884, no. 6779.

Brief Description

Catheterising cystoscope, but missing its catheter casing and electrical connections. Catheter portion is at tip and is angled by 2 wheels at handle. Electric jack channel with knob.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1060, no. 4622.

Brief Description

Cystoscope by Georg Wolf with Lupus-Optik. Has unusual, flattened stem; tip angled away from globe; 2 power knobs (?or stopcocks for channelling substance?).

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass and filament.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1058-1060.

Brief Description

Cystoscope lamp replacement, with packaging sliding box for 6 no. 7 lamps.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Cardboard, paper (printed), metal, glass and filament.

References

Brief Description

Assorted pieces for cystoscopes. Consists of metal fitting, rubber hollow piece and 3 gauze plugs (or hats, padding, etc.).

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber and gauze.

References

Brief Description

Two standard haemoglobin scales by Perfektum Products Co., in booklet form. Green cover; inside is a colour scale and tear-out test paper, plus basic directions.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and impregnated) and fabric (coated and embossed).

References

Brief Description

Haemoglobin scale by T.W. Tallqvist, in booklet form. Red cover, inside is a colour scale and slightly used testing paper, plus multi-lingual directions.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed and impregnated).

References

Brief Description

Haemoglobin scale in the form of a booklet, with test colour chart at the back and test paper pages. Green cloth cover.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed), cloth (coated) and cardboard.

References

Brief Description

"Baumanometer Lifetime" sphygmomanometer in the kit bag model, by W.A. Baum Co. Inc. Built into flip-top box, has ball pump, cloth arm wrap, and pressure gauge from 10 to 260.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood (varnished), metal, plastic, rubber, fabric and glass.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1406, no. 1406/6.

Brief Description

Half-shade polariscope with graduation reading direclty to 0.1 per cent of diabetic sugar, for urine analysis. Used with gas or petroleum lamp light. Has two tubes: 200 and 100 mm lengths.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), brass and glass.

References

Catalogue: Altmann, Paul, 1902: "Fabrik und Lager aller Apparate für Bacteriologie, Mikroskopie und Hygiene." pp.221-22, nos. 644 and 645 (see Supplementary File).

Brief Description

Glass urinometer for diabetes analysis, with graduation from 0 to 60. In black cylinder container.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, cardboard and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1166, no. 5033.

Brief Description

Von Recklinghausen's Tonometer, in which 1cm of water equals a gram per square centimetre (and one "teilstrich" equals 2 cm water). Circular dial, arm pad with rubber hose.

History of Object

Originally belonged to Dr. Alfred Vanema, who gave it donor.
Came with registration number 2287. (Used for measuring the pressure of arterial blood)

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, wood, cloth (coated), canvas, fabric, rubber, felt and leather.

References

File: Correspondence File: SEKNOW, AUBREY (Dr.).

Brief Description

Esbach's albuminometer in wooden cylindrical case. Graduations from ½ to 12 with markings for uruine and reagent levels.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, glass and rubber.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1439, no. 1439/6.

Brief Description

Mackenzie-Lewis' clinical polygraph, with ink nibs which record onto roll of paper when dials are wound up. Mounted in wooden case. By Cambridge and Paul.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1411, no. 1411/7.

Brief Description

Operating cystoscope and resectoscope by Wolf of Berlin, complete with electric cauteries.

History of Object

Georg Wolf was an oustanding maker of these instruments.

Materials and Finishes

Wood (varnished), metal (coated), glass, rubber, plastic, wine (electrical), cork and filament.

References

Brief Description

Cameron's "Electro-Diagnostoset" diagnosis set, with battery illumination, by American Surgical Specialty Co. Includes "Diagnostolite", aural speculum syringe, depressor, retractor, forceps and power-wired pieces, mirror and globes.

History of Object

Formerly included the following batteries: "French Flasher" by French Battery & Carbon Co. (Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.A.), No. 331-BP, made before 1921-3-26; Torch Diamond Refill D.R. 1915.

Distributor: F.G. Robson, [address] Collins St, Melbourne.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, glass, ceramic, wire (electrical), fibre, paper (printed), filament, wood, leatherette and velvet.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1389B to 1389E.

Brief Description

Marey's sphygmograph by Matthews of London, in brass and ivory.

History of Object

Ivory base and type of case suggest this to be an old type.
University of Melbourne Collection.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, ivory, metal, glass, wood, leatherette, velvet and satin.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1131 to 1132.
Dictionary: Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary (26th ed.), p.1232.

Brief Description

Brass pocket spectroscope by John Browning.

History of Object

In donor letter, it was noted that this was "used in medical practice a number of years ago."

Materials and Finishes

Brass, glass (ground), wood, metal, leatherette, velvet and satin.

References

File: Correspondence File: Essex, W. Brian.

Brief Description

Metal rectal thermometer by Cary, with dial gauge from 94° to 108° Fahrenheit. Rests in plastic storage casing.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (enamelled), glass and plastic.

References

Brief Description

Hand ball pump for sphygmomanometer, in black rubber with metal adjustment attachment.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Rubber and metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1406-10.

Brief Description

Nineteenth-century urine testing set: chemistry stand for bottles, test-tubes and paraphernalia, with drawer in base. Also swizzle sticks, litmus paper books, wicks and diabetes gauge.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood, glass, ivory, synthetic, paper, cardboard and cotton.

References

Catalogue: Mayer & Meltzer, 1900, p. 1, fig. 1.

Brief Description

Head-band piece for laryngoscope (only missing the actual laryngeal mirror/s). Slide-adjusting in ?whalebone with pivotting clamp.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal and ?whalebone.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 379, no. 379/14.

Brief Description

Steel proctoscope with cylindrical speculum, obturator (which is missing a handle) and a long, narrow, cylindrical light attachment.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 866, no. 851/9.

Brief Description

Traube's percussor with curved stem, by Aesculap.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Brass (plated).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1125, no. 4874.
Catalogue: Aesculap, 1960s: p. 1, no. A-6761½.

Brief Description

Battery-operated digital-display sphygmomanometer, or "digital blood pressure monitor", model DS-115. Has ball pump and arm pad with "Velcro" fastener.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Plastic, canvas, fabric ("Velcro"), rubber, wire (electrical) and components in control unit.

References

Brief Description

"Ekoli" brand sphygmomanometer in dark green vinyl carry-case. Unit is made of clear perspex with attachable base, has green rubber cords and grey arm pad, plus directions.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Perspex, glass, metal, rubber, fabric, vinyl and cardboard.

References

Brief Description

Hand-held sphygmomanometer in "maximus" pattern by Riester, with "Velcro"-fastening arm pad. Carries advertisements for "Chlotride" and "Aldomet".

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated and plated), rubber, glass, canvas and fabric ("Velcro").

References

Catalogue: Aesculap, c.1960s: p. 7, no. A7640.

Brief Description

Disposable clear perspex proctoscope by Roussel, with plastic wrapper advertising "Proctosedyl" ointments and suppositories.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Perspex and plastic.

References

Brief Description

Glass urinometer marked from 1000 to 10960, and labelled "Urinometer Temp Co. Squibbs".

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass and mercury.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1448, no. 1448/5.

Brief Description

Clinical thermometer marked in centigrade and Fahrenheit scale, in metal cylinder case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass and mercury.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1936 (1938?). "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1427-28.

Brief Description

Urine testing kit in bench-top box (or possibly drawer from portable chest), containing spirit lamp, test tube, and four stoppered glass bottles.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Wood (lacquered), glass, metal and fibre (cotton).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1156-60.

Brief Description

Carwardine's quantitative saccharometer by Mayer & Meltzer.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass and cork.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1441, no. 1441/6.

Brief Description

Thermometer by General Electric, from 30 to 100° Fahrenheit. In cardboard cylinder box.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass, paper (printed), cardboard and contents.

References

Brief Description

Thermometer by I.G. - consists of metal slip cover over unit with thermometer tube and water tube, with lens piece showing numbers 1 to 4.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (painted and plated), glass and water.

References

Brief Description

Hellige Sahli haemometer in red "duplex" case. Includes bristle brush, dropper, glass measurement gauges and small bottle (empty).

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Plastic, glass, rubber, wood, cloth (coated), metal, velvet, bristle and mercury.

References

Brief Description

Two laryngoscopes with 3½ inch mirror, elastic headband, in fitted leatherette box. Second set: has mirrors, four aural specula and tweezer forceps by Denyer Bros.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Glass (silvered), metal (plated), elastic, wood, leatherette and velvet.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 291-93.

Brief Description

"Soloid" urine testing kit, no. 510. Comprised of fitted tin with test tube stand, spirit bottle, booklet, forms, test paper, 5 tubes, pipette, diabetes scale and 7 tablet bottles.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), glass, paper (printed), cork, fibre, rubber, mercury and contents.

References

Brief Description

Haemometer or "Blutzucker-Kolorimeter nach Crecelius-Seifert", by Zeiss Ikon. Has permanent glass colour standard on mount with sliding eye-piece.

History of Object

Sold through E.O. Walter, Chirurgische Instrumente, Berlin NW6, Lulsenstrasse 52.

Materials and Finishes

Wood (coated), metal (plated), glass, rubber, cardboard, paper (printed), fabric (coated) and velvet.

References

Brief Description

Hellige "Neoplan" haemometer with vertical-plain knob-adjusted coloured-glass scale, 2 chemical bottles, instruction sheet, fitted claret box and written notes.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), glass, plastic, wood, fabric (coated), satin and velvet.

References

Brief Description

Mackenzie-Lewis' clinical polygraph by Hawksley & Sons, in fitted box with leather strap fastener.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Metal (plated), wood, fabric (coated), leather, velvet and paper.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1411, no. 1411/7.

Brief Description

Hellige "Neoplan" Haemometer kit comprising metal stand with glass wedge and detachable prism, hydrochloric haematin standard, side adjustment wheel, mirror glass palte with etched graduation and opal glass plate. Kit includes glass mixing pipette and rubber capillary tube with two plastic nozzles, two glass bottles with vulcanite lids and an instruction sheet. Kit held in maroon leatherette case with blue velveteen and satin lining.

History of Object

Haemometer donated to the Medical History Museum by Dr. John Penington on 10th February 1996.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, metal and vulcanite.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1120-1122, Nos. 4848-4854.

Brief Description

Busch-Thorner "Reflexless Pocket Ophthalmoscope." Cream enamelled cylindrical instrument, with rubber eyepiece, lens, battery and electrical power cord attachments. Eyepiece has marked degrees of adjustment. Pouch shaped, soft brown leather case. Instruction sheets included.

History of Object

This ophthalmoscope was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, fabric and leather.

References

Brief Description

Laryngoscope with 3½ inch mirror, oval aperture, rubber forehead rest, fabric head-band with metal buckle. Mirror attached to head-band by pivoting screw for adjusting position.

History of Object

This laryngoscope was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, plastic, rubber, fabric and metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1935. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 378-381B, nos. 378-381.

Brief Description

Axe-head percussor or percussion hammer with black rubber triangular shaped head attached to long narrow metal handle which flares out to tear-shaped hand grip.

History of Object

This percussor was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Rubber and metal.

References

Brief Description

Battery-operated opthalmoscope and auriscope kit. Large metalhandle, with internal cavity for batteries. Has detachable ophthalmoscope head, 3metal and vulcanite auriscope specula, metal auriscope head with lens on side arm for operations, 2 auriscope globes. Kit held in moulded brown bakelite case, with orange foam and brown fabric linings.

History of Object

This kit was donated by Jean Barrie.

Materials and Finishes

Bakelite, fabric, metal, glass, plastic and foam.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1935. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", p. 1389B-E, nos. 1389/11-26.

Brief Description

Klinostik diagnostic set with equipment which attaches onto 2 battery-operated handles (larger handle badly corroded; culled from set) as well as electric light connections. Attached for battery-operated handles include: 2 adult and 1 child's aural specula (child's probably not oroginal set); Duplay's nasal speculum; duckbill vaginal speculum; proctoscope. The tongue depressor and laryngeal mirros have metal tubes with bulbs and electric connections for illumination. Laryngeal head-piece light has an electric power cord. Auriscope, with small lens on arm for operations and airtight window for massage, has an electric connection (attachment missing from set). Metal clip-on attachment for illumination tubes and extra bulb for metal connection tubes. Set includes rubber bulb puffer and cleaning stick for rubber tube. Diagnostic set held in black leatherette case with violet satin and blue velvet linings.

History of Object

This diagnostic kit was donated by Dr. Taffy Jones on 8 December 1993.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, fabric, wood and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances", pp. 1389B-E, nos 1389/11-26.

Brief Description

Urinometer consisting of glass bulb surmounted by cylinder, above which is tube containing scale on ivory. Bulb green, contains a heavy liquid (mercury?); sealed. Contained in leather case.

History of Object

See registration number 3455.
See also registration numbers 3454 to 3477 (found in same location).

Materials and Finishes

Glass, leather, ivory and liquid (mercury?).

References

Catalogue: "Surgical Instruments: A Reference List", Allen & Hanburys [year?]: p. 888.
See also registration numbers 3454 to 3477 (found in same location).

Brief Description

Bennett's percussor, all metal construction. Small piece of rubber (perished?) on end. Head appears to be of bronze or brass.

History of Object

From registration number 3455.
See also registration numbers 3454 to 3477 (found in same location).

Materials and Finishes

Steel, rubber and bronze (brass?).

References

See also registration numbers 3454 to 3477 (found in same location).

Brief Description

Gauge from sphygmomanometer. Scale marked 20 to 300. Brass casing.

History of Object

Owned by Dame Jean Macnamara.

Materials and Finishes

Brass and glass.

References

Brief Description

Broken haemocytometer. Consists of graduated glass tubes, rubber tubes and heavy (?perspex) slide with faint scale in centre. In metal case.

History of Object

Owned by Dame Jean Macnamara.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, rubber, perspex (?) and metal.

References

Brief Description

Leibreich's ophthalmoscope in red-lined case. Comprises handle with perforated mirror and lense holder, plus two large and four small lenses.

History of Object

Owned by Janet Cooper, M.D., probably originally possessed by her friend Dr. Lavery.

Materials and Finishes

Wood, metal and glass (mirrored and ground).

References

Brief Description

Simple ophthalmoscope withr efracting mirror, but without magnifying lens. The ophthalmoscope's brown wooden handle has been broken and subsequently attached to mirror with adhesive tape.

History of Object

This simple ophthalmoscope was originally owned by Dr. Jermima Day, c.1890s.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, glass (mirrored), wood and adhesive.

References

Catalogue: Arnold & Sons, 1885, "Instruments Catalogue", London: p. 126.

Brief Description

Simple ophthalmoscope with refracting mirror but without magnifying lens. The ophthalmoscope has a detachable black wooden handle.

History of Object

This simple ophthalmoscope was originally used by Dr. Jermima Day, c.1890s.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, glass (mirrored), wood and metal.

References

Catalogue: Arnold & Sons, 1885, "Instruments Catalogue", London: p. 126.

Brief Description

Set of two restored stainless steel Leiter cystoscopes (the first with changeable globes), with tweezers, two rubber grommets, six modern spare globes, with black leather and puple felt-lined instrument case. The electric light apapratus was not part of this set, which was restored by Mr. Leonard Murphy.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Stainless steel, leather, felt, wood, rubber, glass and ink.

References

Catalogue: Arnold and Sons, 1895. "Instrument Catalogue". London. p.812.

Brief Description

Harrison's Anterior Urethroscope (male) set consisting of three specula with pilots, one lamp with handle, two light carriers with lens (one added to set) and electric cord.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Wood, stainless steel, ivory, wire and rubber.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances". p.851A.

Brief Description

Casper's Urethroscope (Electroscope) set consisting of stainless steel and vulcanite urethroscope with spare light bulb, three specula with pilots in leather and red felt-lined instrument case. The electric transfer which attached onto the bottom of the urethroscope was not included in the set.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association. The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Stainless steel, vulcanite, glass, fabric, leather and wood.

References

Brief Description

"Swift Joly" Aero-Urethroscope with metal frame and filling tap, nozzle, rubber and metal tube attachment for catheters; 1 straight and 4 curved metal catheters. Includes wooden instrument box with key.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Originally donated by Dr. D. Murray Morton.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, glass and wood.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. and Mayer & Phelps Ltd. 1968. "Surgical Instruments, Appliances and Equipment Catalogue". Surrey, p. E21.

Brief Description

Brunton's Auriscope, silver-plated, with set of 3 specula, in black leatherette case with purple velvet lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Item originally donated by Dr. J.F. O'Keeffe of Moreland, in April 1972.

Materials and Finishes

Silver, wood, leatherette, fabric and glass.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1938. "Surgical Instruments and Hospital Equipment". London, p.545.

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Warner and [unknown]. Consists of rubber-lined canvas arm band, with rubber plug and tubing attached to metal pump. Blood pressure gauge set on wooden stand, flat metal attachment in cylinder, wooden case with support for pressure gauge and stand. Missing tubing which has disintegrated.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association. The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Item belonged to Dr. F. Langlands and was originally donated by Dr. K. Langlands (his son) in 1966.

Materials and Finishes

Leather, fabric, rubber, metal, glass, wood and paper.

References

File: Association File: Sphygmomanometer, History.

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Mayer & Meltzer. Consists of rubber lined canvas armband with leather straps and rubber plug, blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, rubber tubing with metal valve, corked glass bottle containing mercury, wooden case with support for pressure gauge and stand. Missing rubber tubing which has disintegrated.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, rubber, glass, metal, paper, wood, cork and mercury.

References

File: Association File: Sphygmomanometer, History.

Brief Description

Claide sphygmomanometer, consisting of rubber-lined, fabric arm band with two side outlets of rubber tubing, one tube attached to blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, other tube to rubber pump with metal screw valve. Typed instruction sheet. Black leatherette box with metal clasp for supporting pressure gauge and stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, rubber, wood, metal and glass.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Mayer & Meltzer. Consists of rubber lined canvas, leather and fabric arm band with central rubber plug and glass tube (rubber tubing is missing), blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, ivory dics (possibly a knob for tubing attachment), and a black leatherette case with metal clasp for supporting pressure gauge and stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, fabric, metal, wood, glass and rubber.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Mayer & Meltzer. Consists of rubber lined canvas armband with leather straps and rubber plug, blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, rubber tubing with metal valve and nozzle (in separate pieces with broken tubing), corked glass bottle containing mercury with hand-blown glass funnel, rubber ball pump, broken piece of glass tubing and pieces of rubber tubing, wooden case with brass handles and support for blood pressure gauge stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, rubber, glass, metal, wood, cork and mercury.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Hawksley and Son, London. Consists of rubber lined, leather, fabric and canvas armband with rubber plug and glass tube, blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, rubber ball pump with attached tubing and metal screw valve, metal valve with rubber tubing, black leatherette case with metal clasp to support blood pressure gauge stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, leather, metal, rubber, glass and wood.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Mayer & Meltzer. Consists of rubber lined, leather, fabric and canvas armband with rubber plug, glass and rubber tubing with metal screw valve, attached to blood pressure gauge mounted on a wooden stand and hinged to the black leatherette unstrument case, rubber ball pump, bolt and washer.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, glass, leather, fabric and metal.

References

Brief Description

Gold-plated aneroid sphygmometer in maroon leatherette case with blue velvet and white silk lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, fabric, metal, gold and glass.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Hawksley and Sons, London. Consists of blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, fabric armband with rubber plug, rubber funnel and tubing. Rubber ball pump and valve are missing from set. Black leatherette case with metal clasp to support blood pressure gauge stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, glass, metal, rubber and fabric.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by Mayer & Meltzer. Consists of canvas armband with leather straps (missing rubber lining and plug), rubber ball pump with tubing and metal valves, blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, glass tube with nozzle and glass attachment, corked glass bottle of mercury, wooden case with a brass handle and support for blood pressure gauge stand.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Fabric, leather, wood, glass, rubber, paper, cork and metal.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin sphygmomanometer by The Holborn Surgical Instrument Co., London. Consists of blood pressure gauge mounted on wooden stand, two rubber ball pumps, pieces of rubber tubing including a metal screw valve and nozzle, black leatherette case with metal clasp to support blood pressure gauge stand. Set is missing armband.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leatherette, wood, rubber, metal and glass.

References

Brief Description

Blood pressure gauge from sphygmomanometer set with handwritten scale and wooden stand. Only piece remaining from set.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, wood, glass, paper, ink and rubber.

References

Brief Description

Morton's Ophthalmoscope with diagnoal and concave mirrors, 5 lenses, on vulcanite head with brass dial engraved, "G.E.C.", brass handle with bottom rim colour dial "Colour Perception Test", large 13 or 15 D glass lens, in black leatherette case with blue silk and velvet lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Item originally belonged to Dr. G.E. Cole.

Materials and Finishes

Vulcanite, glass, metal, brass, fabric and leatherette.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1906. "Surgical Instruments". London, p.557.

Brief Description

Thermometer for up to 43° Celsius with cork and wax top, held in cylindrical metal tube with screw-on lid.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, cork, wax, ink and metal.

References

Brief Description

"Clinical - Thermometer F" for up to 108° Fahrenheit, held in metal cylinder with metal press-on lid.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, metal and ink.

References

Brief Description

Thermometer for up to 109° Fahrenheit, held in metal cylinder with bar grip and press-down metal lid.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, mercury and ink.

References

Brief Description

Liebreich's ophthalmoscope, brass frame, refracting mirror, four small and six large magnifying lenses, held in black leather and metal case with blue fabric lining.

History of Object

The ophthalmoscope set was donated along with a cataract knife (see registration number 4132) by Dr. Neal Edwards in March 1995.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, glass, metal, leather and fabric.

References

Catalogue: Arnold and Sons, 1895. "Instrument Catalogue". London. p.126.

Brief Description

Thermometer for up to 42° Celsius, with hand-printed numbers on gauge in black and red ink. Held in cylindrical case, covered in maroon leatherette, with detached lid.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, aluminium, ink, mercury and tape.

References

Brief Description

Metal percussor or percussion hammer with cylindrical moulded head with flat tear-shaped handle with hand0grip ridges from middle to near bottom tip.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Surgical Instruments", London. pp.1125-1128.

Brief Description

Percussor or percussion hammer with rubber tip set into decorative ridged head, flat narrow stem, widening to oval-shaped handle with ridged hand grip.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Metal and rubber.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Surgical Instruments". London. pp.1125-1128.

Brief Description

Set of bronchoscopy and oesophagoscopy instruments made by P. Pilling and Son Company, Philadelphia, U.S.A., made to the Chevalier Jackson design and owned by Dr. F.W. Stone. Instruments are held in black leatherette-covered wooden case, with brass corners andleather-covered handle. Case has three wooden and one metal tray compartments. Brass instruments include laryngoscopes, slidelamps, aspirating tubes, forceps, clips, spongeholders (metal) and oesophagoscopes (metal with signs of original gold plating).

History of Object

This set of bronchoscopy and oesophagoscopy instruments was purchased by Dr. F.W. Stone in America after attending Chevalier Jackson's Clinic in Philadelphia in 1927. The set was donated to the Medical History Museum by Dr. Colin Richards (F.R.A.C.S.) in June 1995.

Materials and Finishes

Brass, metal, rubber, wood, leatherette, glass, cardboard and ?gold.

References

Catalogue: Allen and Hanburys, Ltd. 1930. "Surgical Instruments, Appliances and Hospital Eqiupment." London.

Brief Description

Tycos Sphygmomanometer with round pressure gauge in brass frame, attached black rubber tubing with ball pump and black fabric arm-band in black leather case with brown leather lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, metal, brass and rubber.

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Brief Description

"Coldlite" proctoscope with perspex cylinder and obturator with metal tip, metal handle and screw-on attachment with electric power cord for illumination.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Perspex, metal, rubber and wire.

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Brief Description

Glass urinometer for diabetes analysis, with gauge from 0 to 60, red and black print on white. Black and red cardboard cylindrical case.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, ink and cardboard.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd., 1906. "Surgical Instruments". London. p.1166, no. 5033.

Brief Description

Glass urinometer for diabetes, with gauge from 0 to 60. Black print on white background. Held in maroon draw-string fabric bag and cylindrical wooden case.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, ink, fabric and wood.

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Brief Description

Metal two-pronged tuning fork with flattened bulbous neck and rounded disk-type stand.

History of Object

This tuning fork belonged to Dr. Patrick Cody, who was a radiologist with a practice in Spring Street. Dr. Patrick Cody's sons Stephen and Damian Cody donated their father's medical instruments to the Medical History Museum on 10 October 1996.

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Brief Description

C.J. Martin type Sphygmomanometer by Accoson. Consists of canvas armband, green rubber tubing with ball pump and metal valves, attached to blood pressure gauge. Blood pressure gauge mounted on lid of wooden case, which sits upright as a stand. Instruction card for cleaning or replacing mercury glass gauge.

History of Object

This item was originally owned by Joyce Olive Lamb (nee Young). The certificate was donated by her daughter, Jo Frances, to the Medical History Museum on 22 March 1997.

Materials and Finishes

Wood, fabric, metal, glass and mercury.

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Brief Description

Battery-operated otoscope (auriscope) set with: large metal andle with internal cavity for batteries; black plastic otoscope head and glass lense and light bulb; four detachable black plastic specula; spare light bulb and screw; instruction sheet; grey plastic case with blue and white moulded foam lining.

History of Object

This item was originally owned by Joyce Olive Lamb (nee Young). The certificate was donated by her daughter, Jo Frances, to the Medical History Museum on 22 March 1997.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, plastic, glass and foam.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. and Mayer & Phelps Ltd., 1968. "Surgical Appliances and Equipment". Biddles Ltd., Surrey. p. A16.

Brief Description

Hellige Normal Haemometer and Plane Field Haemometer kit with: vulcanite stand with two internal prisms and adjustable back plate; square-shaped measuring tube with percent scale; glass capillary pipette; large glass pipette for water; rubber tube; glass mixing rod; glass bottle with vulcanite lid; instruction sheet. Kit held in maroon leatherette case with blue velvet and satin lining. Also metal label indented with "R. MOTTERAM".

History of Object

This haemometer kit was donated to the Medical History Museum by Anna Hercan in January 1997. The metal tag inside the kit and etched names indicate that the kit originally belonged to Dr. Reginald Motteram. At a later stage the kit was acquired by Anna Hercan's grandfather.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, metal, vulcanite, fabric and leatherette.

References

Brief Description

"Haemocytometer Bürker" kit by E. Leitz Wetzlar with: 2 pipettes for red and white corpuscles (red or white mixing bead distinguishing use); plastic red mouth piece and attached tube; glass counting chamber and stage plate; double cell (missing 2 spring clips that fit into holes in plate); packet of glass covers. Kit held in maroon leatherette-covered case with gilt lettering purple velvet lining.

History of Object

This haemocytometer kit was donated to the Medical History Museum by Anna Hercan in January 1997. The kit had belonged to her grandfather.

Materials and Finishes

Plastic, metal, leatherette, wood, fabric, paper, rubber and glass.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments and Appliances". London. p.1398.

Brief Description

Black bakelite/plastic container with blue-topped screen-lidded bottle of "Clinitest" Copper Sulphate Diagnostic Tablet Compound; small glass phial with metal band and clip; dropper with black rubber top; instruction sheet.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Bakelite/plastic, glass, metal, paper, rubber and copper sulphate (CuSO4)

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Brief Description

Set of three rhinoscopic detachable mirrors with metal handle and separate finger control attachment in original black leatherette box, lined with burgundy velvet and deep pink satin.

History of Object

Donated by Margaret Davis.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, glass, leatherette, velvet and satin.

References

Catalogue: Down Bor.s Ltd. 1906. "Surgical Instruments and Appliances". London. No.2104.

Brief Description

Set of ten sealed glass phials filled with shaded pink to orange liquid. Two phials can be inserted in wooden container, either side of test sample in open test tube. Holes above base of box opposite inserted glass panel enable colour matching when held against light source. Glass pipette included. All in cardboard box.

History of Object

Donated by Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia Inc. via Secretary, Frank J. Ham. Owned by Dr. William Self of Pascoe Vale, an 1952 Melbourne University graduate.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, wood and contents (liquid).

References

Brief Description

Pulse glass (30 seconds): glass measure filled with red "sand" and held in cylindrical metal container with ring attachment. Top of container unscrews so that glass measure could be removed.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, metal and sand (?).

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd, 1938. "Catalogue of Surgical Appliances". p.1406.

Brief Description

Brunton's type auriscope with one speculum (in situ), electroplated; eyepiece screws out.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal.

References

Catalogue: Allen and Hanburys, Pty. Ltd. 5th ed. p.435. (not dated)

Brief Description

Brunton's auriscope with set of three different-sized specula in fitted black case with purple velvet lining. Eyepiece screws out. Specula are loose fitting.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, velvet, leatherette and wood.

References

Catalogue: Mayer and Meltzer, 1900. "Catalogue..." p.235. [also other catalogues]

John Brunton (1836-1899), London physician, published an article on the"new otoscope" in Lancet, 1865: 2. pp.617-18. Possibly this model.

Brief Description

Glass urinometer scaled from 0-60 (black on white). Boxed in black cardboard cylindrical tube.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Glass, mercury, cardboard and ink.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1938. "Catalogue..." p.1447.

Brief Description

Small-headed metal pleximeter (percussor hammer) with solid black tip and ivory handle. M. Holzhauer marking engraved in metal just beyond handle.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ivory and vulcanite.

References

Brief Description

Silver metal sphygmograph (Gray and Son) in black leatherette-covered box with red velvet and satin lining. Dudgeon's type - lever lies on palpable artery.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, tape, cardboard, leatherette, velvet, satin and paper.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1906. "Catalogue..." p.1131.

Brief Description

Battery-operated ophthalmoscope and auriscope boxed set. Metal handle, black-coated, with cavity for batteries and detachable ophthalmoscope head. Two metal auriscope specula and auriscope head with lens on side arm for operaitons; two auriscope globes. Set in black leatherette-covered case with blue velvet lined compartment and blue satin lined lid.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Cardboard, leatherette, satin, velvet, metal, bakelite and glass.

References

Catalogue: Down Bros. Ltd. 1968. "Catalogue of Surgical Instruments..." 21st ed. p. A18.

Brief Description

"Soloid" urine testing kit No. 510. Tin fitted with folded test tube stand, metal spirit lamp with spare wick, seven bottles of test tablets, litmus and termeric [?] test papers, graduated measure, "Improved Esbach's Urinometer", three test tubes and one ½ tube, three report sheets and "Urine Analysis Guide Booklet", pipette.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal (coated), glass, paper, cork, fibre and contents (chemical).

References

Brief Description

Ophthalmoscope - Morton's pocket model in black leatherette-covered case lined with dark blue velvet and satin; comprises ophthalmoscope with two rear mirrors, screw-on handle with colour discrimination test on one end of handle and convex lens fastened into lid.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, ivory, satin, velvet, glass and leatherette.

References

Brief Description

Aneroid sphygmomanometer with dial reading to 300 mmHg. Comprises grey material cuff with black velcro fastening, black rubber tube and pump, and black rubber connection to metal dial. Dial face, apart from gradations to 300 mmHg in red and black, has red inscription. All enclosed in grey suede pouch with stud fasteners.

History of Object

From Harold Attwood's collection.

Materials and Finishes

Metal, rubber, cloth and velcro.

References

Brief Description

Rigid metal rod with metal ball end which has circumferential groove to hold firm white rubber ring. End of handle is grooved and patterned for grip. Handle unscrews from ball end. Vernon's percussor. Rubber ring is removable.

History of Object

Gift from Mrs. Gwen Stephen, wife of Dr. Val Stephen.

Materials and Finishes

Metal and rubber.

References