Summary
Brass mortar circa 1860 used in the pharmacy of a mental health hospital in Victoria Australia
Physical Description
Small brass pharmacist's mortar is on a round brass base. The sides curve slightly outwards. The rim has been dented. The mortar has been neatly mended by the addition of a round brass patch, mending a hole in the side of the mortar.
Significance
Example of equipment used in the pharmacy of a mental health hospital in Victoria Australia
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Overall Dimensions
12.5 cm (Length), 9.5 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Hospitals, Psychiatric Services, Making History - Psych Services
