File:Display set of six safety pins, England, 1910-1937 Wellcome L0057713.jpg

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Display set of six safety pins, England, 1910-1937
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Display set of six safety pins, England, 1910-1937
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The modern safety pin was invented in the United States in 1849. Over time, safety pins became a standard, everyday tool for hospital nurses – for example to secure bandages and nappies.

The display set of six steel safety pins may have been used to advertise the products of the maker, Down Bros Ltd, a surgical instrument manufacturer based in London and in business from 1874 until the 1940s.

maker: Down Bros Limited

Place made: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Keywords: safety pin
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A270592
  • Photo number: L0057713
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