A Roman Military Bronze And Iron Surgeons Scalpel.

A very rare to find Roman Military Bronze And Iron Surgeons Scalpel.

This item which dates to circa 1st -2nd century AD, is in excellent allover condition.

It comprises of a plain bronze handle with a bulbous terminal and a fully conserved iron blade.

Used by Roman Military surgeons in the field to remove arrow / spear heads from soldiers when on active service.

Rare to find .

Size 14.5 CM in Length.

Norfolk excavations 1973.

As with all of my antiquities and coins this item comes complete with a display box together with a certificate of authenticity.