Brass and steel physician's bleeding knives with molded paper case. Blood-letting, practiced since ancient times, was thought to prevent and cure illness. It was a common medical treatment in the United States up to the end of the 19th century. The knives had veterinary applications as well. From White County (Tenn.)
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