Significance

This is one of a collection of items associated with Dr Felix Henry Meyer (1858-1937). Meyer was a very prominent early obstetrician and doctor, playing a part in the establishment of the role of the chair of obstetrics at the University of Melbourne in 1929. He was also a foundation member of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.

Physical description

Large, curved, wide metal tongs with a handle that has hand grips and some rough texture for easier grip. The top of the handle goes outwards assuming this is for better grip. This instrument comes with a beige coloured leather sleeve which the forceps fit inside of.