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Syrup Jar, Lambeth?, c. 1720-1730

Inventory Number 33496


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.33496

Item type
Object
Provenance
Printed paper label on base inscribed: "Genuine old/ BRISTOL (in MS.)/ W. PEASE & SON/ Antique dealers/ 36 Friar Lane/ Nottingham".
Primary inscriptions
"MEL: MERCUR" [honey of mercury: a decoction of the plant of the genus Mercurialis, and honey].
Physical material
Glazed earthenware
Dimensions
Diameter: 200mm Height: 192mm Weight: 878g
Inventory No
33496

Description

Blue and white glazed jar with spout and handle, with name of drug in cartouche with 'cherubs and shell' design.