An antique box containing antiseptic and anesthetic lozenges for throat ailments, made with cocaine . The box is labeled with the name I. BEYAERT, a first-class pharmacist and former hospital intern, located on Rue Faidherbe in Lille. The label features an ornamental border and an old-fashioned two-tone red and black typeface, indicative of early 20th-century pharmaceutical production. The box shows signs of wear and oxidation, enhancing its vintage appearance.
✦ Origin: France, Lille ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: 7.5×5×2.5 cm ✦ Material: Metal ✦ Condition: Signs of wear, oxidation stains and old patina, label partially rubbed but legible
This object is a typical example of an old-fashioned pharmacy with its lozenges containing menthol, cocaine, and borate, reflecting the medical practices of the time and careful pharmaceutical communication.
