Cervical cap
- Made:
- 1950-1960
Domed black cervical cap with Lambutt trademark printed in white on the exterior of the dome. Reads: '"Lam-Butt" Caps'. 1950-1960
A cervical cap is a form of contraception that fits tightly over the entrance of the cervix. It blocks sperm from entering the uterus and thereby prevents fertilisation. Popular since the mid-1800s, their use has dropped dramatically in recent years.
Details
- Category:
- Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
- Object Number:
- 1981-1419/5
- Measurements:
-
overall: 25 mm 62 mm,
- type:
- cervical cap
- credit:
- Infield, J.
