Thumb lancet with a “HELMOLD” inscription on the blade, probably made by Louis V. Helmold (fl. 1851-1897), a surgical instrument maker in Philadelphia. This apparently belonged to Dr. Clarence Leidy (1873-1926) of Philadelphia.
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