Antique mouth gauge manufactured circa 1900, this item would have been used to hold the patients mouth open during dental or other surgical procedures. The example was manufactured by Mayer & Meltzer It has a ratcheted tooth locking mechanism to secure the correct position. It functions correctly but has tarnish in some areas, the rubber sleeves remain in place, which is rare, but have perished towards the tips This item is 12cm (4.72") in length.

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