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Two cervical caps, United Kingdom, 1940-1980
- Made:
- 1940-1980 in United Kingdom
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Two cervical caps, rubber, British(?), 1940-1980
A cervical cap is a barrier contraceptive. It sits over the cervix and acts as a barrier to sperm entering the uterus. It is inserted by a woman before sex. It must be left in place up to six hours afterwards. Cervical caps come in different sizes. Each woman is assessed by a physician to establish the correct size for her. These two cervical caps are made of rubber. They are thought to be of British origin. Cervical caps are now made of flexible silicone.
Details
- Category:
- Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
- Object Number:
- 1987-158
- Materials:
- rubber
- Measurements:
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overall (smallest): 25 mm 50 mm, .024 kg
overall (largest): 23 mm 57 mm, .016 kg
- type:
- cervical cap