993.1176.1: Clamp, Circumcision, 1950-1980

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993.1176.1: Clamp, Circumcision
993.1176.1: Clamp, Circumcision
993.1176.1: Clamp, Circumcision.
Image No. 766

Object Description

'Gomco' circumcision clamp, 1.3cm diameter for use on newborns. 'GOMCO USA' & 'PAT 119180' stamped into base and '1.3CM.' stamped into underside of base, 'GOMCO USA' stamped into body part.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 993.1176.1
Collection: Surgery, General
Date: 1950-1980

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 10.2 cm
  • Height: 4.8 cm
  • Width: 2.6 cm

Object Parts

  • a) Base
  • b) Clamp body
  • c) Post with bell shaped end
  • d) Tightening nut

Object Materials

  • chrome plate,
  • copper alloy

Acquisition Detail

  • Manufacturer: Gomco
  • Patent Number: 119180
  • Owner: Dr. N.M. Arnott