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Apothecary Jar - Clear, circa 1900 Object Reg. No: SH 850592

Summary:
Clear apothecary jar used in the pharmacy of a mental health hospital in Victoria, Australia, circa 1900
Description:
Clear glass apothecary's jar with round, flat base, straight sides, shoulders sloping slightly up to broad, short neck with protruding rim. Has glass stopper with flat, circular, horizontal top which is too small to fit tightly (probably a substitute). Contains a clear liquid. Label has come off side.
Acquisition Information:
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services
Discipline: History
Dimensions: 18.00 cm (Height), 8.00 cm (Length)

More information

Tagged with: glassware, pharmacy equipment, psychiatric hospitals
Themes this item is part of: Psychiatric Services Collection, Medicine in Society Collection, Public Life & Institutions Collection
Primary Classification: MEDICINE & HEALTH
Secondary Classification: Mental Health - Pharmacy
Tertiary Classification: pharmaceuticals
Place & Date Used: Victoria, Australia, circa 1900

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