Embryotomy spoonDavis, David Daniel (1777-1841)P. H. SchmidtThoms, Herbert (1885-1972)A metal spoon with serrated edge and wood handle; engraved "PH Schmidt". Aid for removing obstructed fetus.London obstetrician David Daniel Davis (1777-1841) prescribed the careful use of these instruments only as a last resort. This spoon has a sharp, small, serrated edge and was probably used in combination with a crochet decapitator.still image