Summary
Glass measuring cylinder used in the pharmacy of a mental hospital in Victoria, Australia, circa 1910.
Physical Description
Round, clear glass, measuring jug, set in a round base and curving outwards at the top with a pouring lip. Measurements - up to one pint or 20 fluid ounzes - are engraved on the side of the jug.
Significance
Example of equipment used in the pharmacy of mental health hospitals in Victoria, Australia, circa 1910.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, 27 Sep 1985
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Place & Date Used
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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
11.4 cm (Length), 18 cm (Height)
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References
Information on exhibit.
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Keywords
Hospitals, Psychiatric Services, Making History - Psych Services
