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.
Strange funnels
Re: Strange funnels
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.
Trev.
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.
Trev.
Re: Strange funnels
Brilliant Trev! That is most likely the correct answer. Thank you.
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Re: Strange funnels
Good evening! Sorry, I have a question, is there a hole in that "funnels"? If not, it can't be stethoscope ends. Earplugs?
Re: Strange funnels
Dear elenabutov, of course there is a hole!
Re: Strange funnels
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
Re: Strange funnels
@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.
??? 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.