Copy of vaginal speculum, Europe, 1901-1939

Made:
1901-1939 in Europe
Copy of vaginal speculum, brass Copy of vaginal speculum, brass

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Copy of vaginal speculum, brass
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Copy of vaginal speculum, brass
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Copy of vaginal speculum, brass, original found at Pompeii and now in Museo Nazionale, Naples

The original of this vaginal speculum was found at Pompeii. It is now in the Museo Nazionale in Naples. The speculum was inserted into the body. The handles were then rotated to expand the distance between the blades. This is a very early Roman example of this gynaecological instrument. Variations on it are still used. Gynaecologists now use them to diagnose genito-urinary diseases. They are also employed in related surgical procedures.

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A646755
Materials:
brass
Measurements:
overall: 120 mm x 230 mm x 330 mm, 0.7kg
type:
vaginal speculum