993.69.1: Forceps, Obstetrical, 1851-1900

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993.69.1: Forceps, Obstetrical. Long curved obstetrical forceps with ebony handles
Image No. 1378 Long curved obstetrical forceps with ebony handles; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Long curved obstetrical forceps with ebony handles. Signed with makers name 'FANNIN DUBLIN', no '27'.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 993.69.1
Collection: Obstetrics/Gynaecology/Contraception
Date: 1851-1900

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 37 cm
  • Width: 8.5 cm

Object Parts

  • a) Forceps half with handle
  • b) Forceps half with handle

Object Materials

  • ebony,
  • steel

Acquisition Detail

  • Manufacturer: Fannin
  • Owner: Dr W. D. Patton
  • History of Use: This instrument could not be sterilized because of the wooden handle.