An initial D (here standing for dentes = “teeth”), containing a scene in which a dentist
An initial D (here standing for dentes = “teeth”), containing a scene in which a dentist extracts a patient’s tooth with forceps. From the Latin encyclopedia Omne Bonum (Every Good Thing) compiled by James Le Palmer (ca. 1327-1375). British Library, MS Royal 6 E VI. -- source link
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