Hook, Blunt decapitation

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Object numberHC.I.33.9
TitleHook, Blunt decapitation
CreatorGardner
DescriptionSteel Braun blunt decapitating hook, used in the vaginal extraction of dead fetus in utero. The hook is rotated to cause fracture dislocation of the cervical spines. Maunfactured by Gardner in early 20th century.
Production periodTwentieth century, early
Object nameHook, Blunt decapitation
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialSteel
Dimensions
- Length: 33.50 cm
Width: 10.50 cm