This is a rare and important dental
pelican dating to the late 16th or early 17th century with an
adjustable pivoting arm which can be raised or lowered by turning a
key linked to a screw mechanism anchored by a central frame. The
distal end of the fixed arm has attractive cross-hatching consistent
with the period. The shape of the screw head is also characteristic
of pieces from the late 16th century. There are only minimal signs
of corrosion and the threads of the screw mechanism are intact and
clean and the instrument in perfect working order.
