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Fillet, obstetrical, double, whalebone(?), by Wood of York, second half 19th century
This instrument was used for making traction on the foetus during childbirth. It is thought to be composed of whalebone and was manufactured by Wood of York.
Details
- Category:
- Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A615768
- Materials:
- whalebone
- Measurements:
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overall: 40 mm x 350 mm x 40 mm, .0763 kg
- type:
- obstetrical fillet
