University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database

Object number
56/374
Description
This castrating iron originally belonged to the donor's great grandfather, who worked for a veterinary surgeon. It is thought to from c. 1800, but it is not known where it was used.
Physical description
1 castrating iron: metal; wood; good condition
Production date
1800-01-01 - 1824-12-31
Production period
Early-nineteenth century
Object name
Castrating iron
Material
Wood, Metal, iron
Associated subject
LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT : healthcare and wellbeing
External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_15209.tif - High resolution image