'Durex' diaphragm, England, 1955-1970

Made:
1955-1970 in England
maker:
Durex
Rubber diaphragm, size 82 1/2, with instructions and case

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Rubber diaphragm, size 82 1/2, with instructions and case
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Rubber diaphragm, size 82 1/2, with instructions and case, in original carton, "Durex" brand, English, 1955-1970

Durex made this cervical cap. It is a barrier contraceptive. It sits over the cervix and acts as a barrier to sperm entering the uterus. The cap comes with a storage case and instructions. It was approved for use by the Family Planning Association. Cervical caps come in different sizes. Each woman wishing to use one is assessed by a physician to establish the correct size for her.

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A626842
Materials:
rubber and steel
Measurements:
overall: 95 mm x 95 mm x 25 mm, .05kg
type:
diaphragm
credit:
Marie Stopes Memorial Foundation

Parts

Plastic case

Plastic case

Plastic case

Materials:
case, plastic
Object Number:
A626842 Pt1
type:
cases
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Instruction Booklet

Instruction Booklet

Paper and metal instruction booklet, illustrated

Materials:
paper and metal
Object Number:
A626842 Pt2
type:
instruction booklets
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Carton, paper

Carton, paper

Carton, paper

Materials:
paper
Object Number:
A626842 Pt3
type:
cartons
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum