Late 19th century, mahogany case with brass campaign strapping, inlaid brass shield escutcheon and oval plaque with closing hooks on sides, marked "MEDICAL SUPPLY ASSOCn EDINBURGH" on case interior, interior compartments with brass fittings hold (8) stainless steel instruments marked "MEDICAL SUPPLY ASSOCIATION SHEFFIELD," also includes a brass tourniquet clamp and a set of nickel plated surgeon's needles with London supply mark, case without monogram, inlcudes key.

Case 2 1/2 x 16 3/4 x 5 in.

Private Collection, Virginia

The Medical Kit belonged to Dr. William Hugh McKinnon (1844-1909) of Red Springs, North Carolina. Dr. McKinnon began his medical training as a young medic in the Civil War, later receiving his medical degree from Bellevue in New York. He practiced medicine in Cumberland and Robeson counties. The medical kit was a gift from his daughter Mary McKinnon, a concert pianist, who purchased it in Edinburgh while abroad on a musical tour.

Some verdigris to metal, scratches to wood, especially on underside, some separation at wood joints, interior brass instrument holder loose; overall good condition considering age and use.