995.4.109: Speculum, Vaginal, 20th Cent.

Additional Images

995.4.109: Speculum, Vaginal.
Image No. 1409 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

DeVilbiss vaginal speculum, parallel opening, one shorter blade, medium size. Fitted with light bulb [still intact] along shorter blade interior.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 995.4.109
Collection: Gynaecology/Obstetrics/Contraception
Date: 20th Cent.

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 20.5 cm
  • Width: 7 cm
  • Depth: 6.2 cm

Object Parts

Object Materials

  • copper alloy,
  • filament,
  • glass,
  • metal,
  • plating

Acquisition Detail

  • Manufacturer: Electro Surgical Instrument Company
  • Manufacturer: DeVilbiss Manufacturing Company
  • Patent Country: U.S.Patent Date: 1904-02-09
  • Owner: Dr. Andrew Davidson
  • History of Use: Used by Dr Andrew Davidson [1885-1972] a military doctor [Captain] and a noted dermatologist who served in both WW1 and WW2. Invented PULHEMS system for classification of soldiers.