Oldham-type spine hook

Maker
Joseph Gray & Son (estab. 1849, closed 1965)
Date
Circa 1885
 Description
An obstetric extraction instrument. Has ebony handle and steel shaft.

Object detail

Maker
Date
Circa 1885
Medium
steel, ebonised wood
Measurements
30 x 2.2 x 0.7 cm
Accession Number
MHML00141
Credit line
On long term loan from the Barrie Thompson Collection
Inscriptions
maker's mark ▫ stamped into shaft: 'J. GRAY & SON'
Object Type
instruments
Named Collection
Barrie Thompson Collection
Medical History Museum Category
Medical Specialties
Museum
Medical History Museum

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