Real human skull, Trepanation, vintage trephine,

Real desecrated human skull, features an antique trephine skull drill tool believed to date back to the 1880s or possibly earlier. The trepanation tool, also known as a trephine, was historically used to remove sections of bone from the skull, often as a treatment for skull fractures, headaches, epilepsy, or even to release evil spirits. The custom-made base provides a striking display, showcasing the tool and a real piece of human skull used in the preparation. This is an extraordinarily rare, medical antiquity for collectors of historical medical devices and human anatomy.

Trepanation, a surgical procedure that originated in Neolithic times, was still practiced into the 1800s, with instruments like this one being essential to the process. This piece is not only a macabre relic of medical history but a captivating artifact of the belief systems and practices of ancient medicine.

This skull and trepanation tool combo is a one-of-a-kind display for any serious collector of medical oddities, historical human remains, or curiosities.

• Authenticity guaranteed
• Unique display on a custom-crafted base
• Ideal for antique medical collections or curiosities cabinets

By Mattaeus Ball

Warning: Keep out of reach of children