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Bunsen Burner - circa 1850
Reg. No: SH 850267
- Summary:
- Bunsen burner, circa 1850 used in the pharmacy of a mental health hospital in Victoria Australia.
- Description:
- Adjustable gas Bunsen burner sits on 3-pronged cast-iron base. Balls and screw attach burner to base allowing movement in any direction. Right-angled tubular handle serves as 4th leg when burner is pointed upward. Cap may be removed from top to light jet.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 16.00 cm (Height), 13.00 cm (Width), 14.00 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | hospitals, psychiatric services |
| Themes this item is part of: | Psychiatric Services Collection, Medicine in Society Collection, Public Life & Institutions Collection |
| Primary Classification: | MEDICINE & HEALTH |
| Secondary Classification: | Mental Health - Clinical |
| Tertiary Classification: | laboratory equipment |
| Place & Date Used: | Victoria, Australia, circa 1850 |
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