Summary
Apothecary jar that used to contain juniper spirit also known as gin, circa 1848 - 1950. It was used in the pharmacy of a Victorian psychiatric hospital, circa 1848 - 1940.
Physical Description
Apothecary's jar is a deep blue colour with a clear glass stopper. Jar is round with a short neck. Very small amount of residue inside the bottle.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, 18 Sep 1985
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
16 embossed on base SPT. JUNIP
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
6.5 cm (Length), 23 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Alcohol, Medicines, Pharmacy Equipment, Psychiatric Hospitals, Making History - Psych Services
