Surgical Adjuster
DesignerPatented by
Dr. George O. Jarvis
American
ManufacturerManufactured by
H & G Kellogg
American
Datepatented 1843
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth of case): 4 9/16 x 15 x 11 1/8in. (11.6 x 38.1 x 28.3cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2005.44.0.1-.11
InscribedThe long metal instrument (.11) is stamped: "MANUFACTURED BY/ G-KELLOGG/ DERBY CONN".NotesHistorical Note: Dr. George O. Jarvis of Portland, Connecticut, patented his Surgical Adjuster for fractures in 1843. Patent number 3263, dated 14 September 1843.Subject Terms
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