Quinsy set

Name/Title

Quinsy set

Description

Quincey was the term used for a peritonsillar abscess and may have been the cause of George Washington's death. Perhaps had his surgeons agreed to intervene with a similar instrument Washington might have survived. This is a very rare cased surgical set by Down Brothers.

Made/Created

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Height

1/2 in

Width

6-1/4 in

Depth

2-1/2 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Jul 23, 2026

Create Date

July 23, 2026

Update Date

August 23, 2026