hypodermic syringe

Glinting inside the drawer of an old apothecary cabinet is a vintage Record syringe from the year 1925. This specific type of syringe was a revolutionary medical invention at the time, crafted from a combination of heat-resistant glass and shiny nickel-plated brass. In the 1920s, this syringe was specifically designed for the highly accurate administration of liquid medications, such as the newly discovered insulin.

Before the syringe was put to use back then, it underwent a strict inspection where its operation was thoroughly tested. The doctor filled the glass barrel with distilled water to check if the metal plunger still formed an airtight seal and if the fluid flow was optimal. Only after the syringe proved to work seamlessly and showed no leaks after intensive boiling sterilization was it ready for the patient. Today, the syringe has lost its medical function, but it remains a beautiful, nostalgic collector's item for lovers of vintage design.

"Important note regarding shipping: This vintage collectible item is available for shipping within the European Union (EU) only. Due to strict international customs regulations and health agency policies (such as the FDA in the United States), I cannot ship medical memorabilia, glass syringes, or related items outside of Europe. Any orders placed from outside the EU will unfortunately have to be cancelled. Thank you very much for your understanding!"