Strange funnels

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Qrt.S
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Strange funnels

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I found these "minifunnels" on a antiques fair recently. There are no marks neither on the box nor on the "funnels". I anticipate that they are silver because who would make a box to something worth nothing. I have no idea what they are meant for. I hope you do...Please note their size, only 15mm.
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Re: Strange funnels

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Hi Qrt.S,

Much medical equipment was made of silver, and often unmarked, as it was not often retailed as such.

I'm thinking stethoscope end pieces, I believe they are referred to as bells.

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Brilliant Trev! That is most likely the correct answer. Thank you.
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Re: Strange funnels

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Good evening! Sorry, I have a question, is there a hole in that "funnels"? If not, it can't be stethoscope ends. Earplugs?
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Re: Strange funnels

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Dear elenabutov, of course there is a hole!
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Hello, tend to believe in a medical use too, but have seen them in use for refilling glas decanters (tantalus) with alcoholic beverages - dual use, so to speak. And the doctor might like to take a drink after hours... Regards, Bahner
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@Bahner

??? Please note that the funnel's diameter is less than 10 millimeter! What can you pour in such a small "bowl"?

For the moment I stick to Trev's suggestion.
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