Axis traction obstetrical forceps

Made:
1860-1880
maker:
Gardner
Forceps, obstetrical, axis traction, Russell Simpson, steel

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Forceps, obstetrical, axis traction, Russell Simpson, steel
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Forceps, obstetrical, axis traction, Russell Simpson, steel, nickel plated, by Gardner of Edinburgh, circa 1870

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A500294
Materials:
steel (nickel plated)
Measurements:
length 374 mm
width 157 mm
approx.: height 190 mm
type:
obstetrical forceps