"Dioni Pastille" pharmaceutical box

An antique lithographed tin pharmaceutical box, originally used for packaging Dioni lozenges, a popular cough remedy at the turn of the 20th century. The lid features an elegant Belle Époque design, with a central red medallion bearing the inscription "Pastille Dioni," surrounded by a richly stylized ornamental border, accompanied by the slogan "Extinguishes the cough" and the period price. The reverse side is entirely printed with explanatory text detailing the product's antiseptic properties, its effectiveness compared to Dioni syrup, and the dosage for adults and children. This type of box perfectly illustrates the practice of counter pharmacy and medical communication before modern regulations.

✦ Origin: France
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century
✦ Dimensions: 9.5 x 6 x 2 cm
✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal
✦ Condition: Used condition, visible rubbing and pitting, text and decorations still legible

Highly decorative antique pharmaceutical box, sought after for its Belle Époque design and old medical inscriptions, ideal for a collection of forbidden pharmacopoeia or a cabinet of curiosities.