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This Tooth Key was designed by the French designer "clé de Garengeot" in 1770. It would date to late 1700s to middle 1800s. It is stamped Antoine A. Grenoble a disciple of the Garengot design, but also added an easy removal of key. It is made of steel with no plating and wood handle. Business end has a crack, but still preserves the dentistry of 200+ years ago. These straight Garengeot design Tooth Key is the original that is seldom found. It is pictured and described in the book “Antique Dental Instruments” by Bennion. Later middle 1800s designs were bent and called DogLeg. This is in very good condition for 200+ years of age. Size 5.5” long x 4.5” handle. This rare treasure will highlight any collection of old dental instruments.
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