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Starr-Edwards Heart Valve Prototype Piece

 Unprocessed Material
Identifier: 2017-242.3

Content Description

Singular piece prototype of the Starr-Edwards heart valve, ball and cage, including ball. Metal cage, no threading on base. Ball: light yellow, faded, slightly transparent, rubber-like material. 1.125" long, 0.875" diameter

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

No

Access Restrictions

Please contact the GFU museum to view.

Dates

  • Creation: Majority of material found within c. 1960s

Creator

Inventory

Box 011 C