Suture

2013.035.0006

Unused 18" Black Silk Suture - Dr. Olaf Lukk, Prior Lake, (No Date)
Title
Unused 18" Black Silk Suture - Dr. Olaf Lukk, Prior Lake, (No Date)
Creation Date
1930 – 1950
Materials

Dimensions

4.12 in. L Item (Overall)

Description
Unused suture from Dr. Olaf Luuk's Prior Lake medical office. The suture consists of a clear glass vial filled with an unknown liquid. Inside the vial are a length of black silk and an identification label. Printed on the label is "Black Braided - B/Silk, U.S.P. 4-0/Boilable 18 Inches/Three-Eighths-Circle Cutting Needle" along with maker's marks.
Geographic Notes
Unknown

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