Needle, Suturing

Object number2009.18.27 a-zz

Date1960-1969

Mediumplywood; paper; metal

Credit LineGift of City of Pittsburgh

DescriptionFifty-two sealed packages of suturing needles.DimensionsWidth Range: 2.5-3.375

Length Range: 2.5-3.125
MarksPrinted text on each, varies pertaining to size number. Mostly all have the following: "STOCK NO. 3-511-240", with stamped expiration dates and red packaging print on backs.
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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