Trade Card for Ayer's Cherry Pectoral, "Cures Colds & Coughs Caused by Changes in the Weather," 1886
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Artifact Overview
James C. Ayer (1818-1878), a purveyor of patent medicines in the 19th century, claimed his treatments could cure colds, coughs, and other ailments, purify the blood, and invigorate the hair. Ayer--and later his company--successfully marketed his products by printing thousands of trade cards, almanacs, and newspaper and magazine ads. Ayer's company continued production well into the 20th century.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade card
Date Made
1886
Subject Date
1886
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.0.541.540
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.25 in
Width: 5 in
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