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This is a rare 1851 medical instrument from Germany called a Lebenswecker in exceptional condition. Included is the original packaging box. This instrument is described and pictured in John Carter’s Book on Dental Collectibles and Wilbur Book on Antique Medical Antiques as Baunscheidt’s Lebenswecker to cure skin conditions and gum problems. The name interprets to the Life Awakener. It is made of Ebony wood with powerful sharp needles that penetrate skin or gums. This is the original design by J. Linden and C. Baunscheidt’s Lebenswecker, Inventor that designed it for skin irritations and also used for abscessed teeth gums. Inside gold sharp pins is a script B for Baunscheidt’s inventor name. The B logo in script is seldom found and this is the early original. The side of needle plate is stamped John Linden. By design, this instrument was a probe device that when cap was removed a liquid counter irritant called Oleum was poured in. The sharp Teeth would be dipped into “Oleum”, retracted, and then carefully placed on patient’s irritation or abscessed skin or gum. Top of this device would be pushed and the sharp needles driven into area of concern (LIFE AWAKENER for patient). This bizarre medical instrument was used Dental & Dermatology Doctors of the period. This rare instrument measures 10” in length, is made of ebony wood and removable cover cap for the gold needles. Overall condition for this 150+ year old instrument is in exceptional good condition and seldom found. It belongs in a museum or with a serious collector, will highlight any professional collection.
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