Universal Embalming Fluid Bottle (St. Louis, MO)
Title Universal Embalming Fluid Bottle (St. Louis, MO) Author Universal Embalming Fluid Company (St. Louis, MO) Image Description This antique […]
Oddities & Cure-Alls
Unusual, multi‑purpose patent medicines claiming to cure a wide range of ailments—the curiosities and catch‑alls of pharmaceutical history.
Apothecary Jar – Pulvis Hydrargyri cum Creta (Mercury with Chalk Powder)
Title Apothecary Jar – Pulvis Hydrargyri cum Creta (Mercury with Chalk Powder) Author N/A – Pharmaceutical preparation Image Description This
Dr. R. Schiffmann’s Asthmador Cigarettes
Title Dr. R. Schiffmann’s Asthmador Cigarettes Author R. Schiffmann Co. (Los Angeles, California) Image Description Asthmador Cigarettes were a curious
Sparteine Sulphate (Poison) — E. Lilly & Co., with Owl Drug Co. label (Oakland, CA)
Title Sparteine Sulphate (Poison) — E. Lilly & Co., with Owl Drug Co. label (Oakland, CA) Author Manufacturer: Eli Lilly
Blue Star Ointment (Jim Bourland, Houston, Texas)
Title Blue Star Ointment (Jim Bourland, Houston, Texas) Author N/A Image Description This 2-ounce jar of Blue Star Ointment was
American White Cross Waterproof Adhesive Bandages Tin
Title American White Cross Waterproof Adhesive Bandages Tin Author N/A Image Description This small vintage tin once held American White
Merck Mercury Sulfide Red (C.P. Powder)
Title Merck Mercury Sulfide Red (C.P. Powder) Author Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey Image Description This small amber
Merck Potassium Chlorate (12 oz. N.F. Granular)
Title Merck Potassium Chlorate (12 oz. N.F. Granular) Author Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey Image Description This amber
White Cloverine Brand Salve
Title White Cloverine Brand Salve Author The Wilson Chemical Co., Inc., Tyrone, Pennsylvania Image Description his is a vintage 1