Obstetrical Forceps, circa 1910

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Artifact Overview

Many domesticated farm animals (such as hogs, sheep, or goats) give birth naturally without assistance. Veterinarians, however, may intervene if the fetus is not in the correct position, or the mother is having difficulty. Veterinarians may use obstetrical forceps to rotate the fetus or help guide it through the birth canal.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Obstetric forceps

Date Made

circa 1910

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

81.50.59

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift in Memory of Dr. Russell Runnells. (Michigan Veterinarian Medicine Association)

Material

Chrome steel
Nickel (Metal)

Color

Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 14.25 in
Width: 1.375 in
Length: 1.375 in