lot of five matching early 20th century "new old stock" surgical instrument sterilizer single compartment containers with matching lids. comprised of heavy gauge steel with original white porcelain enameled finish. in addition to holding instruments, the vintage medical containers or "steel ware boxes" would contain dressings (new and used), needles, cotton, etc. manufactured by the william v. willis & co., philadelphia, pa. each container measures 9 1/4 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. priced for the lot.