993.1168.1: Stem Pessary, c. 1930
Additional Images
Image No. 1402 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Stem pessary. Contraception device. 'Wishbone' form - 2 prongs brought together for insertion into the cervix and then released to protrude inside the uterus. Intended to be removed, cleaned and replaced after each period. 'SKLAR GERMANY' & 'M' stamped into base.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.1168.1
Collection: Gynaecology/Obstetrics/Contraception
Date: c. 1930
Object Dimensions
- Height: 5 cm
- Diameter: 2.2 cm
Object Parts
Object Materials
- silver alloy
Acquisition Detail
- Manufacturer: Sklar Manufacturing Co., Inc.
- Owner: Dr. N.M. Arnott
- History of Use: Intracervical devices popular in Europe during 1930s. 2 forms: cervical plug and 2 pronged, such as above. See 'Tales of Contraception', Percy Skuy.
