Category: Leeches
Estimated Date: 1850
Name: Leech Cage

Description: 4.25” x 1.25” x 1.25” pewter leech cage. One end opens to permit access. This end has multiple holes for air. These were carried in the pocket from patient to patient. Since there was no water in the container they would have to be used for very short trips.

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