large 19th century apothecary jar with painted label

Description

Large 19th century apothecary or chemist jar with gilt and black painted label and some original contents, from the large private collection of a retired pharmacist. The collection includes many bottles, laboratory glasses, potions and pastes, an iron cork press or mould, glass cabinet labels, measures and other items.
This bottle label is labelled P. Acaciae and includes a small amount of the dried contents. From the acacia tree, this is soluble in water to serve as a protective to inflamed and irritated mucous membranes of the respiratory, and alimentary tracts, as in cases of pharyngitis, laryngitis, dysentery, gastritis, typhoid fever. Also sometimes used as a protective for superficial burns, excoriations, etc.
Size-9 inches high by 3 3/8 inches diameter.
In very good condition overall with just a smooth chip to stopper edge.
A really nice and large example of an antique apothecary bottle to collect and display.
The last photo shows more of the other bottles in the collection, if more are desired. But this listing is for the one bottle.
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Internal Ref: 6227