**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept. **Inv.-No.:** [UF-19020.34739.1](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1475543) **Material:** Iron **Dimensions:** 15,15 x 1,33 cm, 3,6 mm **Dating:** 601 - 900 CE The scalpel is distinguished by its elongated, rectangular handle, which terminates in a heart-shaped curl. The blade is narrow in design. The handle exhibits several small notches. Evidence of corrosion is also apparent on the blade. The back of the blade displays an upward curvature. The cutting edge curves upwards towards the tip. This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.