Obstetrical forceps

Forceps, obstetrical, lead and ebony

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A500445
Materials:
lead and ebony
Measurements:
length 349 mm
handles: width 38 mm
height 95 mm
type:
obstetrical forceps

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