Simpson's Sound

Object numberHC.I.35.8
TitleSimpson's Sound
CreatorYoung
DescriptionSimpson's Sound commonly used for probing and dilating the uterus through the cervix. It is primarily used to measure the length of the cervical canal and uterus. This sound has s a flat handle which is cross-hatched and a shaft with knotted points persumable for measurement purposes. The handle is marked A. Young & Son, Edin.
Production placeEDINBURGH
Production periodTwentieth century
Object nameSound, Simpson's
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Dimensions
- Length: 23 cm
Width: 2 cm
Height: 4 cm