Object Listing

For use with midwifery forceps, to apply traction in the axis of pelvis. Material: Metal (nickel-plated). Colour: Silver. Maker: Summer & Co., c. 1920.

Down's catalogue: p. 1039, Dr A.J. Helm Montague writes: "I claim that in complete procidentia it will keep up the uterus when others fail, for the reason that a much larger pessary can be worn than usual, owing to the ellipse (worn anteriorly) preventing dragging upon the posterior wall of the bladder, and preventing the incontinence of urine frequently complained of with a large pessary. With a smaller one I find that the uterus comes down beside the pessary. Material: Vulcanite. Colour: Brown, c. 1920.

Used to perform circumcision in all age groups. Material: Metal (nickel-plated). Colour: Silver. Maker: Peterson & Co., c. 1930.

Cylindrical. Sizes 11 and 12. Material: Ivory and elastic gum. Colour: Cream and brown (set of 2), c. 1910.

To hold an incision open, hold back tissues or other objects. Material: Metal (nickel-plated). Colour: Silver, c. 1920.

In absolute alcohol or carbolic oil in patent glass tank. Material: Catgut, Colour: Brown. Maker: J. Ellwood Lee Co., c. 1920.

Provide secured tie of arch wire to bracket slot. Material: Silver. Colour: Silver, c. 1920.

Used for pill-making. Material: Glazed stoneware and wood. Colour: Off-white and brown. Maker: G P Ltd, c. 1900.

Used during general surgical procedures. Material: Wire, silver-plated. Colour: Silver, c. 1920.

Used to transmit energy and motion. Material: Porcelain and metal. Colour: Off-white and brass, c. 1900.

Used to transmit energy and motion. Material: Porcelain and metal. Colour: Off-white and brass, c. 1901.

Used to transmit energy and motion. Material: Porcelain and metal. Colour: Off-white and brass, c. 1902.

Button that is pressed to operate and electric bell. Material: Porcelain. Colour: White, c. 1900.

Holds the lights. Material: Brass and porcelain. Colour: Brass and white, c. 1900.

Holds the lights. 2 parts. Material: Brass and wood. Colour: Brass and brown, c. 1920.

Holds the lights. 2 parts. Material: Brass and wood. Colour: Brass and brown, c. 1921.

Used to hang a light fitting. A way to hide ugly wiring for ceiling lights. 2 parts. Material: Porcelain. Colour: White, c. 1900.

Used by surgeons. In case. Material: Glass. Colour: Clear, c. 1930.

Material: Wood. Colour: Dark brown, c. 1890 (2 parts).

Used for pill-making. Material: Glass. Colour: Clear, c. 1880.

Used to luxate and remove teeth and roots that cannot be engaged by the beak of forceps, or to loosen teeth and roots prior to forceps application. No 12. Material: Metal (nickel-plated). Colour: Silver, c. 1910.

Used in medical practice to depress the tongue to allow for examination of the mouth throat. Folding. Material: Metal (nickel-plated). Colour: Silver. Maker: Lennon Ltd, c. 1920.

Used by apothecaries, equivalent to one drop of water. Material: Glass. Colour: Clear. Maker: S. Maw, Son & Thompson, c. 1900.

The transfer of ova from the ovary to the uterus each month. 10 French catheter gauges. Material: Metal (silver-plated). Colour: Silver. Maker: Allen & Hanburys, c. 1930.

The transfer of ova from the ovary to the uterus each month. Material: Metal (chromium-plated). Colour: Silver and Red. Maker: C.F. Thackray, c. 1950.

With stilette for puncturing the membrane. Material: Metal (silver-plated). Colour: Silver. Maker: Willen Bros., c. 1930.

It is a measuring device used by obstetric physicians. Material: Chromium-plated. Colour: Silver, c. 1950.

Used to gently strecth and open the anal canal. Material: Perspex. Colour: Clear, c. 1950.

Used to measure spinal fluid. In metal case. Incomplete -- syringe and spinal needle missing. Material: Perspex and metal. Colour: Clear and silver. Maker: Randall Faichney Corp., c. 1950.

Intestinal surgery. Material: Stainless steel. Colour: Silver. Maker: Sklar, c. 1950.