995.4.73: Speculum, Rectal, 1911-1960

Additional Images

995.4.73: Speculum, Rectal.
Image No. 1911 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Dilating rectal speculum with set screw and built in lamp attachment [bulb missing]. No connecting cables.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 995.4.73
Collection: Proctology
Date: 1911-1960

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 21 cm
  • Width: 10.3 cm
  • Depth: 8.5 cm

Object Parts

Object Materials

  • copper alloy,
  • plating

Acquisition Detail

  • Patent Date: 1900-01-09
  • Owner: Dr. Andrew Davidson
  • History of Use: Possibly was used for the treatment of venereal diseases when Dr. Davidson [1885-1972] was serving as a military doctor in WW1 and/or WWII. Invented PULHEMS system for classification of soldiers.