14. Spoon Probe

3D Model

Description: Slender instrument has a solid cylindrical shaft. On one end is an olivary point; on the other is an oblong spoon with a rounded bowl. The bowl of the spoon is cracked and bent. The side edges of the spoon are chipped while the fore edge is rounded.

Measurements (cm): H: 13.9 W: 0.5 – 0.9

References:

Bliquez, Lawrence J. 1994. Roman Surgical Instruments and Other Minor Objects in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. Pp. 149, no. 167, ill. 85.

Milne, John S. 1907. Surgical Instruments in Greek and Roman Times. Pp. 61, pl. XIV, no. 4; pl. XV, no. 4.