Apothecary Bottle – “OL. THEOBR.” / SOLD

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Apothecary Bottle – “OL. THEOBR.” (Cocoa Butter Oil)

 

This elegant, apothecary bottle is labeled “OL. THEOBR.”, denoting Oleum Theobromatis—cocoa butter oil. Used widely in historical medicine for its soothing and emollient properties, cocoa butter was a staple in both civilian and military pharmacies. The bottle features a wide lip with a ground glass stopper and a vivid gold and black enameled label under glass. Apothecary jars like this were common in dispensaries, doctor’s offices, and chemist shops throughout the Civil War era. Measures approximately 8 ¼”. A visually striking piece of pharmaceutical history—perfect for medical displays or collectors of antique glass.

 

Inventory Number: MED 278

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The Apothecary Bottle – “OL. THEOBR.” is a clear glass jar with a stopper and a gold label, shown against a black background.
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Apothecary Bottle – “OL. THEOBR.”: Clear glass jar with lid, partially damaged gold label, displayed against a plain dark background.
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