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adaptor

Date: late 19th-early 20th Century
Inventory Number: 1998-1-0429
Classification: Glassware
Subject:
chemistry, laboratory equipment,
Maker: American ?
Cultural Region:
United States,
Dimensions:
16.3 x 2.6 cm (6 7/16 x 1 in.)
Material:
glass,
Description:
A clear glass adaptor that is stained brown in places. It is straight and open on one end, and the glass is ground on this side. The adaptor is curved, narrow and open on the other end. This side has a flat, smooth end. A stopcock is located in the middle of the adaptor, its handle missing.
Signedunsigned
FunctionFor connecting two vessels together and regulating flow between them.
Curatorial RemarksSimilar to 1998-1-0433.

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