File:Silver tongue scraper, Europe, 1701-1900 Wellcome L0058749.jpg

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Silver tongue scraper, Europe, 1701-1900
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Silver tongue scraper, Europe, 1701-1900
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Tongue scrapers were used to remove the ‘furry’ deposits on the tongue. Scrapers were usually part of toothbrush sets and many were made from materials such as tortoiseshell, ivory or silver, like this one. The expensive materials indicate that this scraper was owned by a wealthy person.

maker: Unknown maker

Place made: Europe

Medical Photographic Library
Keywords: tongue scraper

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  • Library reference: Science Museum A647788
  • Photo number: L0058749
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