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GLASS SYRINGE
Overview
A hollow glass tube with a glass nipple on one end and a glass plunger inserted in the other end.
The glass nipple appears to act as both a hub and a cap for when the needle is not in use.
The plunger has rubber washers at either end to prevent leakages. The washers are red in colour.
Historical information
One of the items collected by Kim Fletcher from 15 William Street Armadale in an old tin trunk.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-33-COA2014.43A
Item type
Themes
Width
17 mm
Height or length
157 mm
Statement of significance
A syringe used to administer medication.
The syringe is an example of how medical instruments have changed in terms of materials and in some form, design.
Primary significance criteria
Scientific or research significance
