Two graduated plessimeters, c. 1850
Stock Number: 440929-zg
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Description
Set of two graduated plessimeters. A plessimeter is an instrument which is used for percussion to determine the limits and consistency of internal organs through the emission of sound. Instructions for use are very simple: “With the plessimeter held firmly in the left hand, the fingertips of the right hand percuss, either with the indicator only, or with the first two fingers, sometimes even with three. The shock must be dry, with the finger withdrawn immediately, and rapid, so that the vibrations take place. several shocks in succession”. And this is the definitive percussion, the one we still use today.
Dimensions: Length: 9 cm and 6 cm.
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Van Leest Antiques, based in Utrecht in the Netherlands, specialises in antique scientific and medical instruments. Their collection covers mainly scientific and medical antique instruments: barometers, globes and planataria, nautical instruments, anatomical models, and pharmacy items. Toon Van Leest travels regularly in Europe and visits trade fairs, auctions, and antique dealers to collect stock and to find pieces to fulfil his clients' unusual requests.
As well as being an avid antique collector and dealer, Toon Van Leest is also a dentist. He believes that antiques are a stable investment, not reliant on trends or fashion, and have truly lasting value. Above all, he says, antiques are timeless and never lose their beauty.
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