Tr. Canthar. Amber Apothecary Bottle, Tincture of Cantharides (Spanish Fly), Circa 1890s-1920s

Tr. Canthar. Amber Apothecary Bottle, Tincture of Cantharides (Spanish Fly), Circa 1890s-1920s

$95.00 USD

Tr. Canthar. Amber Apothecary Bottle, Tincture of Cantharides (Spanish Fly), Circa 1890s-1920s

$95.00 USD

Amber pharmacy bottle with a gilt-bordered label reading "Tr. Canthar." (Tinctura Cantharidis), tincture of cantharides, made from the blister beetle known as Spanish fly. It was used as a blistering agent and in hair tonics, and was notoriously dangerous. Glass stopper. Sold as a historical item, empty, without contents. For display purposes only. Shows light wear.

 

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

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Tr. Canthar. Amber Apothecary Bottle, Tincture of Cantharides (Spanish Fly), Circa 1890s-1920s

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