Midwifery forceps

Maker
Jetter & Scheerer (estab. 1887)
Date
Circa 20th Century
 Description
Steel midwifery forceps with narrow curved ends (not fenestrated), and screw operated retaining mechanism.

Object detail

Maker
Date
Circa 20th Century
Medium
steel
Measurements
32.5 x 13.5 x 1.5 cm (closed)
Accession Number
MHML00140
Credit line
On long term loan from the Barrie Thompson Collection
Inscriptions
maker's mark ▫ stamped: into handle, 'JETTER & SCHEERER GERMANY'; beneath hinge, Aesculapius symbol (serpent around staff)
Object Type
instruments
Named Collection
Barrie Thompson Collection
Medical History Museum Category
Medical Specialties
Museum
Medical History Museum

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