Old small amber glass pharmaceutical bottle from the Pharmacie Centrale de France & Maison de Droguerie Menier, successors Buchet & Cie, in Paris. It contained pure iodoform, an organoiodine compound discovered in the 19th century and widely used in the past as a medical antiseptic, especially for dressings and surgical care. A beautiful example, retaining its original label and its complete old stopper with protective paper, string, and the guarantee seal of the Pharmacie Centrale de France.
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century (circa 1900-1920) ✦ Provenance: Pharmacie Centrale de France - Paris ✦ Dimensions: approx. 6 × 3 cm ✦ Material: Amber glass, paper, string, old pharmaceutical contents ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, signs of use, wear and tear from time, label with old patina, bottle still sealed with original seal, old contents preserved.
Rare small old dispensary bottle in remarkable condition, ideal for an old pharmacy collection, medical curiosity cabinet, or apothecary display.
