Amuletic belt worn during childbirth

Made:
1701-1900 in Russia

18th - 19th century amuletic cotton belt worn by Russian women at childbirth

Details

Category:
Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Contraception
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A162610
Materials:
cotton, pink
Measurements:
overall (as stored): 31 mm 75 mm, .02 kg
type:
obstetrical belts
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)