1880's John Wyeth & Bro Apothecary Bottle – Philadelphia, PA – Clear, Glass, Embossed, Manganese, Company, Medicine, Bottles, Pharmacy, Rare

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The John Wyeth & Brother Chemists of Philadelphia may sound like a long lost relic of another age, but the company has actually grown, conglomerated, been rechristened and acquired other companies with alacrity since its founding in 1860. In fact, chances are good that you currently have in your home one or more name brand consumer products sold by this enormous company at one time or another, including Advil, Centrum, ChapStick, Robitussin, Dimetapp, Preparation H., Old English Furniture Polish, Jiffy Pop, Chef Boyardee, and Gulden’s Mustard, just to name but a few. Don't miss out on your chance to own this piece of American medicinal history!

Antique apothecary bottles are very popular and unique additions to any home, medicine cabinet or display case. This rare "Wyeth & Bro, Philad'a." clear glass apothecary bottle was produced in or near 1880. The bottle was hand blown in mold manufacture style with a tooled cork top finish (BIM).

Measurements & Attributes:
7 1/2" tall, raised/embossed glass lettering, oval with strap sides, flared collar rim/neck.

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Oh my gosh! My gift for a young pharmacy student came wrapped just perfectly. The 1800s apothecary bottle is going to be an unexpected present, and one I know he'll see was specially chosen. I will certainly buy from these wonderful folks again!!


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