Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit

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Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit – Inventory Number: MED 298 A remarkable and well-preserved example of a apothecary kit, designed for use by physicians, pharmacists, or well-prepared travelers. This folding leather-covered case opens to reveal 19 original glass vials. Each vial fits snugly in tailored compartments, arranged in two tiers, and is secured with leather straps. The outer case includes a working brass latch and hinged lid, with internal flaps to protect the fragile bottles. Some labels remain legible, hinting at a variety of medicinal compounds used during the period—ranging from common remedies to early pharmaceuticals. This kit is a wonderful representation of the period’s portable medical practices and would make an excellent addition to any Civil War medical display, historical reenactment collection, or antique medical instrument collection. *To purchase this item directly with a credit card, please click on this link.   Inventory Number: MED 298

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A Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit in an old leather case with two rows of glass vials, some labeled and cork-stoppered, used for storing liquids or powders.
The Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit features a vintage black case holding multiple glass vials, secured with elastic bands, including some with cork stoppers and one distinguished by a green label.
A worn black leather Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit with a metal clasp, showing visible signs of age and use.
A worn, mottled brown and amber handle from a Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit with no visible blade, lying on a white background.
A small glass vial with a cork stopper from the Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit, featuring a faded green label with printed text.
A rectangular black leather Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit, visibly worn with scuff marks and scratches, shown from a top-down angle.
A close-up of the Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit shows empty glass vials secured with leather straps and cork stoppers.
Two small, clear glass vials with cork stoppers from the Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit lie side by side on a white background.
A worn, rectangular black leather Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit with a hinged lid open to the side, exposing the interior.
The Civil War Travelling Apothecary Kit is an open black leather case with two rows of small glass vials sealed with cork stoppers, held in place by brown straps.

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