Drug Jar, 1720-1740
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Artifact Overview
Eighteenth-century druggists displayed jars, like this one, in their apothecaries. These drug jars held various substances thought to promote health and well-being. The labels provided quick identification of ingredients, while the decorative containers conveyed the druggist's worldliness and professionalism to those in need of health services.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Drug jar
Date Made
circa 1720
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
32.255.5.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Tin glaze
Color
Blue
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 7.5 in
Diameter: 6.875 in
Length: 6.5 in
Inscriptions
on front:
S: E: SPIN: CERV.
on bottom:
Q
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