Pipette

Object number2009.18.16 a-m

Manufacturer Prescription Containers, Inc.

Datec. 1960

Mediumcardboard

Credit LineGift of City of Pittsburgh

DescriptionCardboard box of twelve glass pipettes with rubber bulbs.Dimensions2 x 1.375 x 4.625 in. (5.1 x 3.5 x 11.7 cm)
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Printed in blue on obverse, "6530-42268120 / PIPETTE, DROPPING, GLASS / RUBBER BULB, 12s / QUANTITY-1 BOX / PRESCRIPTION CONTAINERS, INC. / GLASS-Handle with care".
Historical NotesCollection of Civilian Defense Emergency Medical Supplies from a Civilian Defense Mobile Hospital in Pittsburgh. These 200-bed emergency hospitals were set up at designated sites around the country in case of a nuclear war in the 1950s.

Related institution Civilian Defense Mobile Hospital

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