Uncovering the Ancient Knitting Needle: A Window into Medical Practices of the Summer Quan Tomb

December 11, 2023

Knitting needle

Excavation Site: Unearthed from the Summer Quan Tomb in Jiangyin City, Jiangsu Province

Material: Wood

Size: 5.7cm long

Collection Institution: Jiangyin Museum

Introduction: The wood is tough with a smooth and delicate surface, resembling a bone needle and used for draining pus.

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