Obstetrical forceps
Object numberED.CS.2003.8.9
TitleObstetrical forceps
CreatorDick (Manufacturer)
DescriptionNickel-plated steel obstetric forceps with ebony handles. The shaft has a significant curve to better fit the curve of the mother’s pelvis. Manufactured by the Glasgow instrument maker James Dick.
Production placeGlasgow
Production date 1865 - 1900
Production periodNineteeth Century
Object nameObstetrical forceps
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Dimensions
- overall Height: 4.8 cm
Length: 34 cm
Width: 8.5 cm