Object Details
Description
Red and white paper box containing one plastic vaccination shield and two adhesive strips in glassine envelope. Instructions for use use printed on back of box: shield and two adhesive strips in glassine envelope. Information pertaining to use printed on back of box:
This SANFIT shield is scientifically designed to give the best protection to the vaccination area. It is made of crystal clear safety film so that the vaccination is in view at all times. The shield is non-absorbent, easily removed and replaced. Put adhesive tape in side holes, place shield over vaccination and press firmly until it adheres. IMPORTANT - For best results do not apply shield to vaccination until scab is formed. remove shield daily. Clean thoroughly around vaccination and reapply shield.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
The Fournet Drugstore Collection
ID Number
1985.0475.839
catalog number
1985.0475.839
accession number
1985.0475
Object Name
biological
vaccination shield
Measurements
overall: 8.4 cm x 6.4 cm x 1.5 cm; 3 5/16 in x 2 1/2 in x 9/16 in
overall: 5/8 in x 2 1/2 in x 3 3/8 in; 1.5875 cm x 6.35 cm x 8.5725 cm
place made
United States: New York, New York City
associated place
United States: Louisiana, Saint Martinville
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Medicine and Science: Medicine
Health & Medicine
The Antibody Initiative
Antibody Initiative: Smallpox
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_336874