Antique Antidolorin Dovetailed Wooden Apothecary Box, Trade Mark Stamped

A finger-jointed wooden apothecary box, the lid stamped "ANTIDOLORIN." TRADE MARK. Antidolorin was one of the trade names under which ethyl chloride was sold for local anesthesia in the early years of the 20th century, sprayed onto the skin to freeze it numb for lancing and minor surgery. The dovetailed pine box is the shipping and dispensing case the tube travelled in.

Crisp stamping, honest shop wear, and a handsome object in its own right. The nickel tube shown resting on the lid in the photograph is pictured for context only and is listed separately.

Historical / Display Only: This item is sold as a historical collectible for display purposes only. It is not intended for consumption, medical or practical use.