Barnes Forceps


Object numberHC.I.30.40
TitleBarnes Forceps
CreatorGardner
DescriptionA pair of Barnes forceps made by Gardner, steel with ebony handles.
Used for low to mid-cavity deliveries, these have a cephalic and pelvic curve and are used for deliveries of babies presenting as occipitoanterior.
Production placeEDINBURGH
Production date accurate 1864
Production periodNineteenth century, mid
Object nameForceps, Barnes
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialSteel, Wood, ebony
Dimensions
- Length: 37.00 cm