Rare Amethyst Glass Apothecary Bottle c1900

£95.00 $119.80 Product Code: 2019051910

Date & Origin 

England. c1900 period of Victoria

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown.

Dimensions 

Height: 18.1cm   Diameter: 6.5cm.

Weight

272 grams

Technical Description 

An amethyst glass apothecaries bottle. Cylindrical in form with an impressed cartouche containing the label 'LIQ: BISM: CONC:'. A royal warrant is present on the bottom of the piece which retains the original stopper.

Historical Relevance

The abbreviations on the bottle tell us that this piece once contained Liquid Bismuth Concentrate. This solution was used to treat temporary discomforts of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract, such as, indigestion, heartburn and nausea. Bismuth is still used today in Pepto-Bismol.

This item is out of stock.

Complemented Items

  • 18th Century Composite Wine Glass Goblet c1765

    18th Century Composite Wine Glass Goblet c1765

    £1,950.00 $2,459.15
  • Geroge III Facet Cut Engraved Ale Glass c1780

    Geroge III Facet Cut Engraved Ale Glass c1780

    £200.00 $252.22
  • 18th Century Facet Cut Wine Glass c1780

    18th Century Facet Cut Wine Glass c1780

    £95.00 $119.80
  • Large Pair Enamelled 19th Century Blue Bohemian Glass Vases c1890

    Large Pair Enamelled 19th Century Blue Bohemian Glass Vases c1890

    £190.00 $239.61