19th Century Miller Bros Lancet- Bloodletting Doctors Tool with Case
Product Description
This antique bloodletter bleeder lancet was made by Miller Bros, a company known for their high-quality surgical tools. Rare to find this tool with its original pouch. This item is perfect for collectors of medical antiques or anyone interested in the history of medicine. Bloodletting was the removal of blood for medical treatment and involved cutting a vein typically at the elbow or knee. It was believed it would rid the body of impure fluids to cure various conditions. Starting more than 3000 years ago with the Egyptians and continued through the late 20th century, it was a common practice in the civil war. Tools of bloodletting were a bleeding bowl, fleam or lancet, scarifacators, cupping cups, and leeches. This antique surgical lancet dates from the late nineteenth century and comes in its original leather carry case. A rare piece of medical history in excellent antique condition.
