{"title":"Apothecarial, Medical \u0026 Scientific Curios","description":"\u003cp\u003eA range of apothecarial and medical antiques, from apothecary jars and scales to antique medical equipment. Rare and fascinating pieces that offer insight into health and science in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-and-co-c-1880-sp-rectif-ethanol","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T and Co c 1880- SP Rectif (Ethanol)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: SP: Rectif: (Rectified spirit; ethanol)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1889-90\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $170 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 10cm dia, 26 cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Good antique condition, with some wear commensurate with age and history of use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851399151714,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5321.jpg?v=1657087767"},{"product_id":"antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-and-co-c-1880-glycerin","title":"Antique UK Apothecary Bottle by YG Co. c 1880- Glycerin","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn business for a century (1830-1930), the York Glass Co. produced medicinal bottles in a variety of colors. The firm used a single complex logo embossed on the base of glass containers and impressed into ceramic bases.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to an article published by the Society for Historical Archaeology, “Because we have discovered no alternative possibilities, bottles with the YGCO logo should be attributed to the York Glass Co. The bottles we have seen were probably not made earlier than the 1870s and were probably produced until the company ceased production in 1930. All examples we have seen exhibited mouth-blown characteristics, and we have found no evidence that York ever used machines.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sha.org\/bottle\/pdffiles\/YorkGlassCo.pdf\" title=\"Article on York Glass Co from the Society of Historical Archaeology\"\u003ehttps:\/\/sha.org\/bottle\/pdffiles\/YorkGlassCo.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Glycerin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: this particular bottle has an interesting pourer spout rather than the typical stopper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: YG \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1880-90\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $170 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 10cm dia., 26 cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\nCondition Notes: One light fleabites on glass near stopper, wear to glass on hand painted label. Otherwise good antique condition, with some wear commensurate with age and history of use.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851399217250,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5323.jpg?v=1657088076"},{"product_id":"antique-uk-apothecary-bottle-by-yg-co-c-1880-sp-vini-rect","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T \u0026 Co. c 1880-90- Sp. Vini Rect. (Alcohol)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Sp. Vini Rect. (Spiritus Vini Recti, Latin for Rectified Grape Spirit, an early form of alcohol)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $150 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 9 by 9 base, 26cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Chips and wear to glass around corners of hand painted labels, chips to stopper, base etc.; This should be considered commensurate with age and history of use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851400364130,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5327.jpg?v=1657088502"},{"product_id":"antique-uk-apothecary-bottle-by-yg-co-c-1880-ext-cascar-sag-liq","title":"Antique UK Apothecary Bottle by YG Co. c 1880- Ext. Cascar Sag. Liq. (Cascara)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn business for a century (1830-1930), the York Glass Co. produced medicinal bottles in a variety of colors. The firm used a single complex logo embossed on the base of glass containers and impressed into ceramic bases.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper or decanted into smaller bottles. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to an article published by the Society for Historical Archaeology, “Because we have discovered no alternative possibilities, bottles with the YGCO logo should be attributed to the York Glass Co. The bottles we have seen were probably not made earlier than the 1870s and were probably produced until the company ceased production in 1930. All examples we have seen exhibited mouth-blown characteristics, and we have found no evidence that York ever used machines.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sha.org\/bottle\/pdffiles\/YorkGlassCo.pdf\" title=\"Article on York Glass Co from the Society of Historical Archaeology\"\u003ehttps:\/\/sha.org\/bottle\/pdffiles\/YorkGlassCo.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Ext. Cascar Sag. Liq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: Cascara sagrada (Frangula purshiana) is a shrub. The dried bark used to be FDA approved as an OTC laxative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee below link for the an example of this bottle from The George Shepherd Pharmaceutical Collection in the Aberdeen museum the Treasure Hub.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emuseum.aberdeencity.gov.uk\/objects\/144452\/clear-glass-recessed-label-shop-round-ext-cascar-sag-liq\"\u003ehttps:\/\/emuseum.aberdeencity.gov.uk\/objects\/144452\/clear-glass-recessed-label-shop-round-ext-cascar-sag-liq\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Y G Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $150 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 9 by 9 base, 26cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: One chip on back of glass bottle near stopper, wear and chips to glass on hand painted label. Otherwise good antique condition, with some wear commensurate with age and history of use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851402526818,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5333.jpg?v=1657088844"},{"product_id":"antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-co-c-1880-90-liq-calcis","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T \u0026 Co. c 1880-90- Liq. Calcis","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*** \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Liq Calcis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: Liquor Calcis, Solution of Lime, Lime Water, (F.) Eau de chaux. (Historically it was used in diarrhoea, diabetes, heartburn etc.) May also be known as Lye Water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $150 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: Approx. 9 by 9 base, 26cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Very good antique condition, with paper labels still intact.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Some slight \u003c\/span\u003efleabite chips to stopper etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851425890402,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5338.jpg?v=1657091562"},{"product_id":"antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-co-c-1880-90-ol-amygd-due","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T \u0026 Co. c 1880-90- Ac Phosph.","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*** \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: AC phosph.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: Phosphoric acid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1880-1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $120 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 8cm base dia., 22.5 height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Light fleabites to stopper, wear to glass on hand painted labels. Otherwise good antique condition with paper labels still intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851442700386,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5342.jpg?v=1657092488"},{"product_id":"copy-of-antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-co-c-1880-90-ol-amygd-dul","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T \u0026 Co. c 1880-90- Ol. Amygd. Dul.","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*** \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Ol. Amygd. Dul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: this particular bottle has an interesting pourer spout rather than the typical stopper. Oleum amygdalarum dulciarum; Latin for Oil of Sweet Almonds. According to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.british-history.ac.uk\/no-series\/traded-goods-dictionary\/1550-1820\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDictionary of Traded Goods and Commodities 1550-1820\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the term was used largely in APOTHECARY shops in which medicinal ingredients were given in their Latin form, often heavily abbreviated, or partly in English and partly in Latin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1880-1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $150 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 7cm base dia 21.5 cm dia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Light fleabites to spout, one manufacturing flaw (within glass, should be considered as intrinsic to handblown glass) Otherwise good antique condition with wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851444961378,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5346.jpg?v=1657092741"},{"product_id":"antique-us-apothecary-bottle-by-w-t-co-c-1880-90-ess-vanilla","title":"Antique US Apothecary Bottle by W, T \u0026 Co. c 1880-90- Ess Vanilla","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*** \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents will be emptied prior to shipping, contents will not be sold or shipped.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese antique W, T \u0026amp; Co. apothecary bottles make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDating from the late 1880s to 1890, these glass bottles produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these bottles would have been produced by hand, using both mouth-blowing processes and individual plate molds.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle Label: Ess. Vanilla\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: Essence of Vanilla. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Circa 1880-1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice: $150 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 7cm base dia 21.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes: Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39851448664162,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_5351.jpg?v=1657093027"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-apothecary-transferware-pot-lid-golden-eye-ointment","title":"19th Century Victorian Apothecary Transferware Pot Lid, Golden Eye Ointment","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis small late 19th century transferware pot lid of Golden Eye Ointment contains a tale with military exploits, family heirlooms and a dash of medical quackery to boot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFirst formulated by a Dr Johnson in 1596, it rapidly became known (and was touted) as a cure all for eye disorders. Upon his death the recipe was passed to the Hind family. In 1794 William Hind gave his daughter Selina the treasured recipe as a wedding present when she married Thomas Singleton. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis would have been a footnote in history- then in 1798 the British army sallied against Napoleon Bonaporte in Egypt. Soldiers who had hitherto fought in Europe were woefully unprepared for the desert climate, resulting in temporary blindness due to sun glare and the hot sand. The British army found itself in dire need of eye curatives, and Singleton’s ointment rose to the occasion. In 1799 Thomas passed, leaving the recipe to his oldest son William, who would receive a testimonial from the War Office signed by His Royal Highness the Duke of York, on behalf of the many British soldiers who were “perfectly cured” by its use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis led to a dramatic increase in the Singleton family fortunes. The ointment’s popularity proved timeless, and the eye pedestals the ointment previously came in were replaced by small lidded pots in the 1860s-70s. These porcelain pots were manufactured by Mid-Lothian Pottery Co., Portobello, Edinburgh until Golden Eye ointment was discontinued sometime in the early 1920s, when concerns began to arise over its use of mercury. That’s right- the miraculous ointment was quicksilver, which was produced by heating it with nitric acid. The resulting salt was mixed with clarified butter to make the ointment, to be rubbed on the eyelids at night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA small but remarkable piece, and a similarly remarkable bit of history to boot. The eye motif version of these pots is particularly rare and desirable among collectors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$180\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 5cm dia., 1.3 cm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots were often chipped from use and buried in mud. This is one of the better examples with wear as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143020163170,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8535.jpg?v=1775000590"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-apothecary-transferware-lidded-pot-golden-eye-ointment","title":"19th Century Victorian Apothecary Transferware Lidded Pot, Golden Eye Ointment","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small late 19th century transferware pot of Golden Eye Ointment contains a tale with military exploits, family heirlooms and a dash of medical quackery to boot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst formulated by a Dr Johnson in 1596, it rapidly became known (and was touted) as a cure all for eye disorders. Upon his death the recipe was passed to the Hind family. In 1794 William Hind gave his daughter Selina the treasured recipe as a wedding present when she married Thomas Singleton. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis would have been a footnote in history- then in 1798 the British army sallied against Napoleon Bonaporte in Egypt. Soldiers who had hitherto fought in Europe were woefully unprepared for the desert climate, resulting in temporary blindness due to sun glare and the hot sand. The British army found itself in dire need of eye curatives, and Singleton’s ointment rose to the occasion. In 1799 Thomas passed, leaving the recipe to his oldest son William, who would receive a testimonial from the War Office signed by His Royal Highness the Duke of York, on behalf of the many British soldiers who were “perfectly cured” by its use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ointment’s popularity proved timeless, and the eye pedestals the ointment previously came in were replaced by small lidded pots in the 1860s-70s. These porcelain pots were manufactured by Mid-Lothian Pottery Co., Portobello, Edinburgh until Golden Eye ointment was discontinued sometime in the early 1920s, when concerns began to arise over its use of mercury. That’s right- the miraculous ointment was quicksilver, which was produced by heating it with nitric acid. The resulting salt was mixed with clarified butter to make the ointment, to be rubbed on the eyelids at night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small but remarkable piece, and a similarly remarkable bit of history to boot. The eye motif version of these pots is particularly rare and desirable among collectors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice marked at AUD$380\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: 5cm dia., 3.2 cm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with wear as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143020392546,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8530.jpg?v=1667955205"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-apothecary-transferware-cold-cream-pot-lid-aesthetic-movement-motif","title":"19th Century Victorian Apothecary Transferware Cold Cream Pot Lid, Aesthetic Movement Motif","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream- a timeless beauty recipe and unlike most antique cosmetics, actually safe to use. Cold cream was first invented in 129 – c. AD 216 by the legendary Greek physician Galen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream was popular among all classes of women in Victorian times; it was one of the few products that even ladies of high rank would disclose using; they preferred their admirers to believe that they had a natural beauty, especially cosmetics were considered indiscreet and even vulgar. Cold cream however was believed to cleanse the skin and protect the pale translucent complexion that ladies so desired, which was a mark of higher status. Floral preparations such as violets and roses were highly favoured. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the nature of the formulation, which often used plant oils and beeswax, small batches were made on the spot by chemists, who would devise and jealously guard their recipes. Cold cream was sold in shallow ironstone pots in Victorian England until just before World War One. The lettering and graphics applied to these paste pots now provide stunning examples of Victorian utilitarianism and insight into 19th century daily life, as well as people’s needs and aspirations at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany such pots were excavated from Victorian rubbish dumps, many of which are now exhausted. This one would be produced circa 1880, when porcelain manufacturer started mass producing these designs. This one has an attractive Aesthetic Movement design with elegant lettering and a beautifully depicted landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 6.6 cm diameter, 1.4 cm high.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured. One or two tiny fleabite chips to the lid base; not visible when displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143030190178,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8546.jpg?v=1667956634"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-apothecary-transferware-cold-cream-of-roses-pot-lid-icicle-or-melting-motif","title":"19th Century Victorian Apothecary Transferware Cold Cream of Roses Pot Lid, Icicle or Melting Motif","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream- a timeless beauty recipe and unlike most antique cosmetics, actually safe to use. Cold cream was first invented in 129 – c. AD 216 by the legendary Greek physician Galen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream was popular among all classes of women in Victorian times; it was one of the few products that even ladies of high rank would disclose using; they preferred their admirers to believe that they had a natural beauty, especially cosmetics were considered indiscreet and even vulgar. Cold cream however was believed to cleanse the skin and protect the pale translucent complexion that ladies so desired, which was a mark of higher status. Floral preparations such as violets and roses were highly favoured. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the nature of the formulation, which often used plant oils and beeswax, small batches were made on the spot by chemists, who would devise and jealously guard their recipes. Cold cream was sold in shallow ironstone pots in Victorian England until just before World War One. The lettering and graphics applied to these paste pots now provide stunning examples of Victorian utilitarianism and insight into 19th century daily life, as well as people’s needs and aspirations at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany such pots were excavated from Victorian rubbish dumps, many of which are now exhausted. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis one would be produced circa 1880, when porcelain manufacturers started mass producing these designs. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis one has an lovely melting icicle font to the Cold Cream of Roses lettering, likely intended to advertise the cold sensation of the cream which ladies desired. A lovely example of Victorian advertising.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$300\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 6.8cm diameter, 1.6 cm high.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured. One or two tiny fleabite chips to the lid base; not visible when displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143034777698,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8549.jpg?v=1667957321"},{"product_id":"copy-of-19th-century-victorian-apothecary-transferware-cold-cream-pot-lid-gothic-lettering","title":"19th Century Victorian Apothecary Transferware Cold Cream Pot Lid, Gothic Lettering","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream- a timeless beauty recipe and unlike most antique cosmetics, actually safe to use. Cold cream was first invented in 129 – c. AD 216 by the legendary Greek physician Galen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream was popular among all classes of women in Victorian times; it was one of the few products that even ladies of high rank would disclose using; they preferred their admirers to believe that they had a natural beauty, especially cosmetics were considered indiscreet and even vulgar. Cold cream however was believed to cleanse the skin and protect the pale translucent complexion that ladies so desired, which was a mark of higher status. Floral preparations such as violets and roses were highly favoured. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the nature of the formulation, which often used plant oils and beeswax, small batches were made on the spot by chemists, who would devise and jealously guard their recipes. Cold cream was sold in shallow ironstone pots in Victorian England until just before World War One. The lettering and graphics applied to these paste pots now provide stunning examples of Victorian utilitarianism and insight into 19th century daily life, as well as people’s needs and aspirations at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany such pots were excavated from Victorian rubbish dumps, many of which are now exhausted. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis one would be produced circa 1880, when porcelain manufacturers started mass producing these designs. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis one has attractive Gothic style lettering and ornate armorial style flourishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$300\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7 cm diameter, 1.5 cm high.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured. One or two tiny fleabite chips to the lid base; not visible when displayed. One manufacturing flaw to the pot lid top. Transfer in good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143042084962,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8551.jpg?v=1667957956"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-army-navy-cooperative-society-ltd-transferware-cold-cream-of-roses-pot-lid","title":"19th Century Victorian Army \u0026 Navy Cooperative Society Ltd. Transferware Cold Cream of Roses Pot Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream- a timeless beauty recipe and unlike most antique cosmetics, actually safe to use. Cold cream was first invented in 129 – c. AD 216 by the legendary greek physician Galen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold cream was popular among all classes of women in Victorian times; it was one of the few products that even ladies of high rank would disclose using; they would not disclose their beauty rituals, especially not cosmetics which were considered indiscreet and even vulgar. Cold cream however was believed to cleanse the skin and protect the pale translucent complexion that ladies so desired, which was a mark of higher status. Floral preparations such as violets and roses were highly favoured. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the nature of the formulation, which often used plant oils and beeswax, small batches were made on the spot by chemists, who would devise and jealously guard their recipes. Cold cream was sold in shallow ironstone pots in Victorian England until just before World War One. The lettering and graphics applied to these paste pots now provide stunning examples of Victorian utilitarianism and insight into 19th century daily life, as well as people’s needs and aspirations at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany such pots were excavated from Victorian rubbish dumps, many of which are now exhausted. This one would be produced circa 1870-80. The Army and Navy Co-Operative Society Ltd was formed in 1871 by a group of British army and navy officers, to supply domestic articles to its members at the lowest rates. It would become a members only department store, and is an excellent example of Victorian advertising and military co-operative wares.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$380\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 8.5 cm diameter, 1.7 cm high.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured. One or two tiny fleabite chips to the lid base; not visible when displayed. One manufacturing flaw to the pot lid top. Transfer in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143048999010,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8539.jpg?v=1667959012"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-transferware-cherry-toothpaste-pot-lid-unusual-square-lid","title":"19th Century Victorian Transferware Cherry Toothpaste Pot Lid, Unusual Square Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmong these 19th century transfer ware pots, the most popular commodity sold was toothpaste, with areca nut and cherry toothpastes being the most popular. It is interesting to note that cherry was limited to color, resulting from the addition of carmine to the areca nut flavored paste, rather than an actual cherry flavour or taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTooth cleaning first become a hygenic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of tools. Tooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetel Nut or Areca Nut was a highly popular formulation which cleaned the teeth with a mild abrasive action (somewhat amusingly, Areca Nut is also an effective deworming agent). \u2028The pot lid was made in England and is transfer printed in black. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA highly unusual square lid design which is an excellent example of late Victorian advertising and porcelain manufacturing. The lettering and graphics applied to these paste pots now provide stunning examples of Victorian utilitarianism and insight into 19th century daily life, as well as people’s needs and aspirations at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$300.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 6 x 6 cm square lid, 5 cm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGood antique condition. These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured. Two tiny hairline cracks to the lid corners which look to have occurred during manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143054241890,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8553.jpg?v=1667961209"},{"product_id":"19th-century-victorian-transferware-maws-indian-betel-nut-or-areca-toothpaste-pot-lid","title":"19th Century Victorian Transferware Maw's Indian Betel Nut or Areca Toothpaste Pot Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom S. Maw. Son \u0026amp; Thompson, this tooth paste in London, England was highly popular in Victorian times. The partnership was active in making sundries and toilet articles from 1870-1901. The black and white lid is decorative and suitable for display. Toothpaste from this company was brought over to Australia during the turn of the century, with examples having been excavated in Brisbane. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, with areca nut and cherry toothpastes being the most popular. It is interesting to note that cherry was limited to color, resulting from the addition of carmine to the areca nut flavored paste, rather than an actual cherry flavour or taste.\u2028Tooth cleaning first become a hygenic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of tools. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. \u2028Betel Nut or Areca Nut was a highly popular formulation which cleaned the teeth with a mild abrasive action (somewhat amusingly, Areca Nut is also an effective deworming agent). \u2028\u2028The pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$280.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 8.2cm dia., 1.7cm height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured., including one small chip. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143074394210,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8543.jpg?v=1667961766"},{"product_id":"mid-to-late-19th-century-victorian-transferware-areca-toothpaste-pot-lid-bourne-johnson-latimer","title":"Mid to Late 19th Century Victorian Transferware Areca Toothpaste Pot Lid, Bourne Johnson \u0026 Latimer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, with areca nut and cherry toothpastes being the most popular. It is interesting to note that cherry was limited to color, resulting from the addition of carmine to the areca nut flavored paste, rather than an actual cherry flavour or taste.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTooth cleaning first become a hygenic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of tools. Tooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1860s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetel Nut or Areca Nut was a highly popular formulation which cleaned the teeth with a mild abrasive action (somewhat amusingly, Areca Nut is also an effective deworming agent). \u2028\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. It was formulated by Bourne Johnson \u0026amp; Latimer, this would be an earlier toothpaste pot likely circa 1860s to 70s. \u2028We have married the pot lid to a similar base circa the same time period. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$360.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.5 dia., 1.5cm height, 4.1cm total height incl. base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured., including one small chip. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143078719586,"sku":"","price":360.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8613.jpg?v=1667961973"},{"product_id":"rare-mid-to-late-19th-century-victorian-transferware-cherry-toothpaste-pot-lid-j-grossmith-son","title":"Rare Mid to Late 19th Century Victorian Transferware Cherry Toothpaste Pot Lid, J Grossmith \u0026 Son","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, with areca nut and cherry toothpastes being the most popular. It is interesting to note that cherry was limited to color, resulting from the addition of carmine to the areca nut flavored paste, rather than an actual cherry flavour or taste.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTooth cleaning first become a hygenic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of tools. Tooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetel Nut or Areca Nut was a highly popular formulation which cleaned the teeth with a mild abrasive action (somewhat amusingly, Areca Nut is also an effective deworming agent). \u2028\u2028The pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToothpaste pots from J Grossmith \u0026amp; Sons are highly collectible, and a toothpaste pot by these makers was found in the debris field of the TItanic. This one is particularly rare with the double head motif which is circa 1845-1880. Victorian advertising definitely played fast and loose back then so this could well be intended to portray the Queen and the Prince Consort (then Victoria and Albert). Grossmith did have a history of royal patronage, as its perfumes were highly sought after. A interesting snippet of perfume history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$380.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.2cm dia., 2cm height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: These pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. Many such pots were excavated from Victorian rubbish dumps, many of which are now exhausted. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured., including one small chip. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEx-provenance ABCR Auctions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143099101282,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8620.jpg?v=1667965745"},{"product_id":"late-19th-century-victorian-transferware-army-navy-cooperative-society-cherry-toothpaste-pot-lid-w-gilt-rim","title":"Late 19th Century Victorian Transferware Army \u0026 Navy Cooperative Society Cherry Toothpaste Pot Lid w Gilt Rim","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, with areca nut and cherry toothpastes being the most popular. It is interesting to note that cherry was limited to color, resulting from the addition of carmine to the areca nut flavored paste, rather than an actual cherry flavour or taste.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTooth cleaning first become a hygenic standard in 18th century England, primarily for the upper classes, and was accomplished with a variety of tools. Tooth paste began appearing in the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. \u2028Betel Nut or Areca Nut was a highly popular formulation which cleaned the teeth with a mild abrasive action (somewhat amusingly, Areca Nut is also an effective deworming agent). \u2028\u2028The pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. \u2028This one would be produced circa 1870-80. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Army and Navy Co-Operative Society Ltd was formed in 1871 by a group of British army and navy officers, to supply domestic articles to its members at the lowest rates. It would become a members only department store, and is an excellent example of Victorian advertising and military co-operative wares.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$380.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.5 dia, 1.6 cm height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured., including one small chip. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143108472930,"sku":"","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8622.jpg?v=1667964306"},{"product_id":"late-19th-century-victorian-transferware-lip-salve-pot","title":"Late 19th Century Victorian Transferware Lip Salve Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, making this lip salve pot a rare piece. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeauty standards in 18th century and 19th century England, meant that primarily for the upper classes, lips would have been sparingly enhanced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLip salve began appearing in the wider market during the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. Beeswax and floral oils was a highly popular formulation and indeed similar preparations remain popular today. \u2028\u2028The pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have married the pot lid with a similar salve pot base circa the same time period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$330.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: Lid 4.2cm dia. by 1cm height, 2.2 cm total height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured, including small fleabites. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143127412834,"sku":"","price":330.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8631.jpg?v=1667964774"},{"product_id":"rare-and-lovely-19th-century-victorian-transferware-lip-salve-pot","title":"Rare and Lovely 19th Century Victorian Transferware Lip Salve Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most popular commodity sold in these transferware pots was toothpaste, making this lip salve pot a rare piece. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeauty standards in 18th century and 19th century England, meant that primarily for the upper classes, lips would have been sparingly enhanced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLip salve began appearing in the wider market during the 19th century, and was marketed in these beautiful little pots beginning in the 1880s, when nearly every chemist or pharmacist would formulate his own recipe and print their own pots for advertising. Beeswax and floral oils was a highly popular formulation and indeed similar preparations remain popular today. \u2028\u2028The pot lid was made in London England and is transfer printed in black. \u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eThis lid was found together with its original base, a rarity considering how these were often discarded. Its pattern is clearly inspired by Aesthetic Movement motifs and remains quite legible despite some fade to glaze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice marked at AUD$400.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements: Lid 4cm dia. by 1.2cm height, 2.2 cm total height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pots are often chipped from use and\/or found buried in mud. This is one of the better examples we have found, with some wear to the lid as pictured, including small fleabites. Some wear to glaze and to base of lid as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40143130394722,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/products\/IMG_8649.jpg?v=1667965232"},{"product_id":"antique-cased-set-of-3-scalpels-by-noted-edinburgh-firm-archibald-young","title":"Antique cased set of 3 surgical scalpels by noted Edinburgh firm Archibald Young","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA fascinating piece of Scottish medical history, these antique cased complete set of 3 surgical scalpels by the noted Edinburgh firm Archibald Young circa late 1880s to 1890s. Beautifully crafted in steel with polished hardwood handles, possibly ebony, Archibald Young scalpels are exhibited in medical museums worldwide. Engraved mark of Archibald Young to each handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Young family’s origins date to a cutler’s apprenticeship in 1771; over the next five generations, they would develop into a prominent manufacturer of surgical instruments, exhibiting at the Edinburgh International Exhibition of 1886. By the early 20th century the firm would be known as Archibald Young \u0026amp; Son. Their premises at 61 Forrest Street, which were opposite the old Royal Edinburgh Hospital and University, can still be seen today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $400 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCased Measurements: 21.5 by4 cm base diameter. 3.5cm height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition to case and scalpels with minor wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41567908855906,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/EA3AA2D8-0B5F-4932-B73F-97B83406A47D_1_201_a.heic?v=1730872606"},{"product_id":"antique-set-of-south-african-brass-timber-and-marble-apothecary-scales","title":"Antique set of South African brass, timber and marble apothecary scales","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA beautiful antique set of South African brass, timber and marble apothecary scales circa late 19th to early 20th century made by A.E. Wedderburn, a descendant of H.W. Wedderburn who was a scion of the renowned Wedderburn scale manufacturing family, whose origins date to early 1800s England. The Wedderburn company in Australia was founded by a sibling of H.W. Wedderburn that remains active today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $660 AUD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 14cm height, 35 by 15cm base diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOverall excellent antique condition in good working order, slight loss to some lettering but overall legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41616985325666,"sku":"","price":660.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/297F6B18-CDA4-40B2-9E4C-41C02DF4CE26.heic?v=1733378970"},{"product_id":"antique-whitall-tatum-milk-glass-apothecary-jar-citrine-ointment","title":"Antique Whitall Tatum Milk Glass Apothecary Jar- Citrine Ointment","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese antique Whitall Tatum \u0026amp; Co. apothecary jars with reverse glass labels make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDating from the late 1870s to 1890s, these milk glass apothecary jars produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these pressed glass glass would have been produced using moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBottle Label: Ung. Hyd. Nitr. Dil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNotes: Unguentum Hydrargyri Nitratis, historically known as Citrine Ointment. Was used in the 19th century for ulcerations and sores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAge: Circa 1870s-1890s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice: $450 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 11.5 cm base dia, 21.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: No contents within jar. Factory mark Whitall, Tatum \u0026amp; Co. Phila. \u0026amp; NY to base. Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Slight damage to label as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659418243170,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/38E8231E-CD2B-4470-8DC7-40092025F6DA.jpg?v=1774591282"},{"product_id":"antique-whitall-tatum-milk-glass-apothecary-jar-belladonna","title":"Antique Whitall Tatum Milk Glass Apothecary Jar- Belladonna Ointment","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese antique Whitall Tatum \u0026amp; Co. apothecary jars with reverse glass labels make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDating from the late 1870s to 1890s, these milk glass apothecary jars produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these pressed glass glass would have been produced using moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBottle Label: Ung. Bellad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNotes: Unguentum Belladonna historically known as Belladonna Ointment. Was used in the 19th century for pain relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAge: Circa 1870s-1890s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice: $350 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 8.5cm base dia, 14.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: No contents within jar. Factory mark Whitall, Tatum \u0026amp; Co. Phila. \u0026amp; NY to base. Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Slight damage to label as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659443507298,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/A00DEB70-F035-4114-8C90-1BC86FFF305C.jpg?v=1774591788"},{"product_id":"rare-antique-whitall-tatum-milk-glass-opium-apothecary-jar","title":"Rare antique Whitall Tatum Milk Glass Opium Apothecary Jar","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese antique Whitall Tatum \u0026amp; Co. apothecary jars with reverse glass labels make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDating from the late 1870s to 1890s, these milk glass apothecary jars produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these pressed glass glass would have been produced using moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBottle Label: Extr. Opii.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNotes: Extractum Opii. historically known as Opium Extract. Was used in the 19th century for pain relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAge: Circa 1870s-1890s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice: $350 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.2cm base dia., 11.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: No contents within jar. Factory mark Whitall, Tatum \u0026amp; Co. Phila. \u0026amp; NY to base. Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Hairline scratches to jar as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659443769442,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/AE7632CF-AC3C-45C7-9959-7D40BC9053A5.jpg?v=1774592473"},{"product_id":"rare-antique-whitall-tatum-milk-glass-apothecary-jar-nux-vomica","title":"Antique Whitall Tatum Milk Glass Apothecary Jar- Nux Vomica","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese antique Whitall Tatum \u0026amp; Co. apothecary jars with reverse glass labels make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDating from the late 1870s to 1890s, these milk glass apothecary jars produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these pressed glass glass would have been produced using moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBottle Label: Ext. Nuc. Vomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNotes: Extractum Nucis Vomicae\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ehistorically known as Extract of Nux Vomica. Was used in the 19th century as a “miracle tonic” despite containing strychnine and brucine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAge: Circa 1870s-1890s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice: $300 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.2cm base dia., 11.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: No contents within jar. Factory mark Whitall, Tatum \u0026amp; Co. Phila. \u0026amp; NY to base. Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Chip to inner rim as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659449733218,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/C574AD00-6A84-4F14-8F95-E0429C34741F.jpg?v=1774592656"},{"product_id":"antique-whitall-tatum-milk-glass-apothecary-jar-ext-stramonii","title":"Antique Whitall Tatum Milk Glass Apothecary Jar- Ext. Stramonii","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese antique Whitall Tatum \u0026amp; Co. apothecary jars with reverse glass labels make for wonderful conversation pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDating from the late 1870s to 1890s, these milk glass apothecary jars produced by the Whitall Tatum Company (USA) are a fascinating slice of medical and industrial history when pharmacists would make up compounds by measuring from these bottles. Often these prescriptions would be made up and sold to customers on the spot in twists of paper. Pre turn of the century, these pressed glass glass would have been produced using moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese are antique apothecary bottles and are therefore for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have additional apothecary bottles and jars in stock, for more information please visit us instore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBottle Label: Ext. Stramonii\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNotes: Extractum Stramonii\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ehistorically known as Extract of Datura Stramonii. Was used in the 19th century as a painkiller and antispasmodic despite its high toxicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eManufacturer: W, T \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAge: Circa 1870s-1890s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice: $300 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 7.2cm base dia., 11.5 cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: No contents within jar. Factory mark Whitall, Tatum \u0026amp; Co. Phila. \u0026amp; NY to base. Good antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Chip to inner rim as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659450159202,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/BAB3031A-7060-4EB2-A12A-E550DC678EBD.jpg?v=1774592894"},{"product_id":"antique-19th-century-medical-blood-transfusion-pump-by-j-h-montagu-of-bond-street-london","title":"Antique 19th century medical blood transfusion pump by J.H. Montagu of Bond Street, London","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere we have a rare and superb antique medical blood transfusion pump, circa 1890s, made by J.H. Montagu of Bond Street, London. This firm was active from 1896 to 1920 and was highly regarded for their medical instruments, and this particular blood transfusion pump is of superb quality made to great precision with its body made from gleaming brass and featuring elegant ivory handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe first human blood transfusion in history took place on September 26, 1818, at 2:00-3:00 pm and was performed by Dr. James Blundell. During the 19th century, these operations primarily were used for women suffering severe hemorrhages during childbirth; although the mechanics of blood transfusions were not fully understood until 1901 when Dr. Karl Landsteiner discovered blood types, it was understood in the 19th century that in a situation of life and death, blood transfusions were a life-saving straw for patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedical equipment from this period is extremely rare, with most pieces currently in museum collections. A stunning, highly collectible piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReferences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co136087\/blundells-blood-transfusion-apparatus-london-england-1801-1900\"\u003ehttps:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co136087\/blundells-blood-transfusion-apparatus-london-england-1801-1900\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.guyearlsmith.com.au\/blog\/2016\/8\/3\/surgeons-case-of-instruments-no155-1917\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.guyearlsmith.com.au\/blog\/2016\/8\/3\/surgeons-case-of-instruments-no155-1917\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $1500 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements: 33cm length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with minor wear overall commensurate with age and as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659454648418,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/D7785210-6A09-4C7F-A00D-992F7600F81D.jpg?v=1774593919"},{"product_id":"antique-john-weiss-co-eye-speculum-and-wax-eye-model","title":"Antique John Weiss \u0026 Co eye speculum and wax eye model","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntriguing and rare late 19th to early 20th century antique John Weiss \u0026amp; Co. eye speculum, with original wax anatomical eye model display. The glass eye is set within wax, making this a lifelike depiction of the human eye. Eye specula were instruments used for eye surgeries to hold the eye in place, and were famously immortalised in pop culture with the film Clockwork Orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJohn Weiss \u0026amp; Son (1787-2022) were renowned London-based surgical instrument makers, founded in 1787 by John Weiss upon his move to London from Germany. Most existing examples of early eye speculum are held in various museums around the world, such as the Ipswich Hospital Medical Library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReferences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/uk.haag-streit.com\/4%20About%20us\/Our%20company\/History\/Publications\/English\/JohnWeiss_br_xxx_history_of_john_weiss_en.pdf\"\u003ehttps:\/\/uk.haag-streit.com\/4%20About%20us\/Our%20company\/History\/Publications\/English\/JohnWeiss_br_xxx_history_of_john_weiss_en.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $800 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpeculum measurements: 5.8grams. Ring sizeUS 6.5\/ UK N.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42675750043746,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/7119B531-7A34-41B4-89E5-2B5C8045D7A8.jpg?v=1775021801"},{"product_id":"antique-glass-minim-measure-and-medicine-glass-case","title":"Antique glass Minim measure and Medicine Glass case","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA lovely antique glass Minim measure within a Medicine Glass case, circa 1870 to 1930s. This Minim measure, a small cylindrical tube with etched measurements to side, was used for precise liquid measurements with a minim equating to one drop of water. Minim measures were critical for apothecaries and medical practitioners, at a time when liquid dosages were increasingly standardised and precise with concurrent advances in medicine and technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $100 AUD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eCase measurements 6cm diameter, 7cm height. Minim measure: 4.3cm height, 2,2cm base diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with wear commensurate with age. Original Medicine Glass and Minim measure case missing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42678948036706,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/F93229C6-647A-4290-9B79-E01AB9223D3B.jpg?v=1775108727"},{"product_id":"rare-antique19th-century-ivory-and-glass-hydrocele-syringe-with-original-fittings-and-case","title":"Rare antique19th century ivory and glass hydrocele syringe with original fittings and case","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*This item can only be shipped to domestic addresses within Australia*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA very rare cased set of antique 19th century surgical instruments, circa 1860s, by renowned firm Archibald Young of Edinburgh. The set comprises a glass, metal and ivory piston action hydrocele syringe, with original ascites trocar and canula fitting. The ascites trocer, which would have created an incision\/puncture during surgery, has a vulcanite handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis set would have been used by surgeons during the day to drain hydroceles, excess fluid in the scrotum, from patients. Edinburgh was and remains a pioneer in medical history worldwide, having established the first formal recognised medical school in England in 1776 (the University of Edinburgh Medical School). Archibald Young was a preeminent maker of surgical instruments at the time, establishing their firm in 1777; active until 1914, they produced some of the finest surgical instruments available, pioneering new and innovative instruments throughout the firm’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn intact hyroceles syringe set by this maker is extremely rare, with most examples existing in museum collections such as the British Museum and the RPA Museum in NSW, Sydney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $1250 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCase measurements: 15.5 by 5cm, 3cm height. Syringe measures 15cm length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVery good antique condition with light wear overall commensurate with age. Light to moderate wear to original case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReferences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co135997\/glass-piston-action-hydrocele-syringe\"\u003ehttps:\/\/collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk\/objects\/co135997\/glass-piston-action-hydrocele-syringe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.slhd.nsw.gov.au\/RPA\/museum\/images\/museum\/content\/39_large.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.slhd.nsw.gov.au\/RPA\/museum\/images\/museum\/content\/39_large.html\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1177\/014107688908200117\"\u003ehttps:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1177\/014107688908200117\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42743443193954,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/4E6AE34C-F03F-42E6-9FEC-1531193CBA1C.jpg?v=1776233752"},{"product_id":"cased-set-of-two-antique-cataract-surgery-tools-john-weiss-son","title":"Cased set of two antique cataract surgery tools, John Weiss \u0026 Son","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA cased set of two antique cataract surgery tools, including a Von Graefe knife, by renowned medical instrument makers John Weiss \u0026amp; Son, London. This set is circa mid to late 19th century. Founded in 1787 by Austrian immigrant John Weiss, their excellent craftsmanship achieved wide acclaim including Royal Warrants. They would remain active until 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrice marked at $440 AUD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCase measurements: 17 by 3.5 5cm, 3cm height. Tools approximately 13 to 13.2cm length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVery good antique condition with light wear overall commensurate with age. Light to moderate wear to original case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReferences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eyemuseum.ranzco.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Von-Graefe-knife-taking-the-eyes-out-of-the-cloud.pdf\"\u003ehttps:\/\/eyemuseum.ranzco.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Von-Graefe-knife-taking-the-eyes-out-of-the-cloud.pdf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cacheantiquessydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42743454924898,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/files\/4B5E0501-1BDF-4ED8-83DE-D91E56CBDE1B.jpg?v=1776235145"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5693\/9618\/collections\/D7785210-6A09-4C7F-A00D-992F7600F81D_878bac66-d5a4-4eed-948b-4af6e6ef72d5.jpg?v=1775000299","url":"https:\/\/cacheantiques.com\/en-us\/collections\/apothecarial-medical-scientific-curios.oembed?page=2","provider":"cacheantiquessydney","version":"1.0","type":"link"}