Perforator

Object numberHC.I.33.35
TitlePerforator
CreatorYoung
Description19th Century Perforator in scissor like design made by Young, Edinburgh. The makers mark on handle reads 'Young, Cutler to the Queen'. A Perforator is a destructive instrument used to assist in the removal of a foetus after death to prevent infection.
Production placeEDINBURGH
Production periodNineteenth century, mid
Object namePerforator
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
MaterialSteel
Dimensions
- Length: 28.50 cm
Width: 14.00 cm