- Item type
- Object
- Primary inscriptions
- "HOSP.MAI.CHAR.CIV.NOV" "Philon.rom"
- Physical material
- Glazed earthenware
- Object type
- Drug jar
- Dimensions
- Diameter: 125mm Height: 180mm Weight: 622g
- Inventory No
- 43265
Description
Polychrome drug jar decorated with image of female figure accompanied by two children and surrounded by flower and foliage designs. Inscribed: "HOSP.MAI.CHAR.CIV.NOV"
"Philon.rom". The inscription is said to mean: philonium romanum, a hypnotic medicament made from opium and other ingredients.
