Contraceptive Collection

Portraits of Henry VIIIs six wives from 1509, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft
Portraits of Henry VIIIs six wives; Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr

IUD contraceptive and sperm cells. Computer artwork of an intrauterine device (IUD, red and white, centre) in a womans uterus, surrounded by sperm cells (white, not to scale)

Wild carrot, Daucus carota
5855056 Wild carrot, Daucus carota; (add.info.: Wild carrot, Daucus carota. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Dr Vladimir Petrow, the man who discovered the Volidan birth pill, checking an experiment with one of his research team in one of the laboratories

First ever "superside"advertising hoarding for contraceptives
First ever " superside" advertising hoarding for contraceptives, called " Lifestyles". Cromwell Road, London. 13th February 1985

150, 000 Volidan birth pills under inspection at the British Drug House, Chemical Works, Graham Street, City Road, London. 17th August 1965

Dr Marie Stopes, February 1923 Family Planning Pioneer in the 1920s and 1930s portrait smiling

Henry VIII, King of England from 1509, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft
Henry VIII, King of England from 1509, (1932). Henry (1491-1547) succeeded his father, Henry VII, in 1509. Obsessed with passing the throne on to a male heir

Duke of the Abruzzi, Italian mountaineer and explorer, late 19th-early 20th century. Luigi Amedeo Giuseppe Maria Ferdinando Francesco (1873-1933), son of Amadeo I, King of Spain

General O Connor, commander of the expeditionary force to Figuig, Morocco, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 21st June 1903

Diagram showing the interaction between female sexual organs and the brain, on one side, the normal reproductive cycle, and on the other, the effect of the contraceptive pill

Illustration of a group of sperm trapped in a condom near egg, all with anthropomorphic faces

Used condom on ground F006 / 9142
Used condom abandoned on fringes of metropolitan park, West Midlands, UK

Illustration of a man sitting on sofa with boy and girl, showing condom pulled over a banana

Contraceptive implant, X-ray C017 / 7390
Contraceptive implant. X-ray of the arm of a 19 year old female showing a contraceptive implant (thin rod at upper centre)

Condoms F008 / 3183
Condoms, cross processed image

Safe sex, conceptual image F008 / 3185
Safe sex, conceptual image

Coloured condoms F008 / 3177
Coloured condoms

Condoms F008 / 3181
Condoms, cross processed image

Condoms F008 / 3178
Condoms, cross processed image

Contraceptive patch F008 / 2874
MODEL RELEASED. Contraceptive patch

Contraceptive patch F008 / 2872
MODEL RELEASED. Contraceptive patch

Condoms F008 / 3182
Condoms, cross processed image

Coloured condoms F008 / 3176
Coloured condoms

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, X-ray F008 / 3474
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Coloured X-ray of the lower abdomen of a 28 year old female patient, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) intrauterine device (IUD, black)

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, X-ray F008 / 3473
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Coloured X-ray of the lower abdomen of a 28 year old female patient, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) intrauterine device (IUD, orange)

Coloured condoms F008 / 3175
Coloured condoms

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, X-ray F008 / 3472
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Coloured X-ray of the lower abdomen of a 28 year old female patient, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) intrauterine device (IUD, orange)

Safe sex, conceptual image F008 / 3184
Safe sex, conceptual image

Condoms F008 / 3180
Condoms, cross processed image

Contraceptive patch F008 / 2873
MODEL RELEASED. Contraceptive patch

Condoms F008 / 3179
Condoms, cross processed image

Vaginal douche, circa 1900 C018 / 0357
Vaginal douche by Dr. Eguisier. Douches such as this one, although unreliable, were one of the most common methods of contraception in this era

Transdermal drug delivery methods, composite computer artwork. Transdermal devices deliver controlled doses of drugs through the skin directly into the bloodstream. At top is a transdermal patch

Vasectomy fear, conceptual artwork
Vasectomy fear. Conceptual artwork of a man about to undergo a vasectomy operation looking worried about the procedure. A vasectomy is an operation to cut the two vasa deferentia

Hand holds a GyneFIX intrauterine contraceptive
IUD contraceptive. Hand holds a GyneFIX IntraUter- ine Device (IUD) used in contraception. This IUD consists of 6 copper rings on a thread which is implanted in the muscle at the top of a womans

Persona test stick and contraceptive kit for women
Persona contraceptive kit. View of the urine test stick (foreground) used with the Persona contra- ceptive kit that enables women to determine when it is safe to have sexual intercourse

Illustration of vasectomy with structure of testis

IUD contraceptive
MODEL RELEASED. IUD contraceptive

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, CT scan
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Computed tomography (CT) scan of an axial section through the lower abdomen of a woman, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) intrauterine device (IUD, white)

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, X-ray
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Coloured X-ray of the lower abdomen of a woman, showing an ectopic (abnormally positioned) intrauterine device (IUD, white, highlighted in red)

Ectopic IUD contraceptive, 3D MRI scan
Ectopic IUD contraceptive. Coloured 3D magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through the lower abdomen of a woman

A condom
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"Unveiling the Evolution of Contraception: From IUDs to Birth Pills and Beyond" In 1916, amidst a black-and-white world, Margaret Sanger embarked on a revolutionary journey by introducing the concept of contraception. Her pioneering efforts paved the way for women's reproductive rights as she advocated for accessible birth control methods like the IUD contraceptive. As we delve into history, Rosalind Thornycroft's 1932 artwork captures Henry VIII's six wives, reminding us of an era where contraception was non-existent. Fast forward to Dr Vladimir Petrow's groundbreaking discovery of the Volidan birth pill; it marked a turning point in empowering individuals with greater control over their fertility. Walter Pierce sits at his desk in 1934, embodying progress and innovation as he contributes to shaping contraceptive practices. Meanwhile, Margaret Sanger herself emerges in another striking black-and-white photograph from around 1930 – her unwavering determination evident through time. The trade card featuring Mrs Phillips showcases how contraceptive makers played an essential role in disseminating knowledge about family planning. Their engravings served as visual aids that demystified contraceptives and educated society about their benefits. Beyond these historical figures lies Duke of Abruzzi – an Italian mountaineer who explored uncharted territories during the late 19th-early 20th century. Just like him pushing boundaries physically, pioneers like General O'Connor led expeditions towards Figuig, Morocco in 1903 – symbolizing societal advancements towards embracing contraception. A collection of birth control booklets serves as tangible evidence that information became more accessible over time. These educational resources empowered individuals with comprehensive knowledge regarding various contraceptive methods and dispelled myths surrounding them. From humble beginnings to widespread acceptance today, this captivating journey highlights humanity's relentless pursuit of reproductive autonomy.