A rare ebony handled surgical instrument, a 19th-century urethral or nasal speculum, often referred to as a scoop or director, with a thumb screw to adjust or stabilise during use. A surgical instrument used for urethral procedures, for ear, nasal, or oral cavity examinations and for for removing foreign bodies or wax
 
Features:
Ebony handle: Used 19th-century surgical instruments for a hygienic, durable grip.
 
Curved spoon end: Typical of probes or scoops.
 
Thumb screw: For securing at differing angles.
 
Centre join: Allowing the instrument to dismantle to two seconds for storage.
 
The instrument measures 20.5cm (8"), in length.