1863 Civil War Amputation Camp Letterman Gettysburg

    1863 Civil War Amputation Camp Letterman Gettysburg
    1863 Civil War Amputation Camp Letterman Gettysburg

Circa 1863 Stereoview; Civil War amputation scene near Gettysburg, PA battle field. Research reveals an online description of this important view, "...amputation scene at Camp Letterman General Hospital, Gettysburg, October 1863. The surgeon stands in profile and holds a large Liston flap amputation knife. An assistant can be seen administering anesthesia to the patient...". (from Alex Peck Medical Antiques Archives). Photographic stereoview is mounted on slightly curved mount board which is about 7" x 3-1/2". Condition: some surface soiling, scuffs, edge wear, and foxing spots. Right image tear on right edge.Please note that this lot has a confidential reserve. When you leave a bid in advance of the auction, submit your maximum. The bidder who has submitted the highest bid wins the lot, provided the bid exceeds the reserve price.PRECIO: 75USD

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