Reference NumberMIMM/2021-4-4
TitlePeruvian Bark Apothecary Jar
Date1875-1925
DescriptionClear glass apothecary jar, decorated and painted in ochre with a gold lid, labelled "Peruvian bark", dried bark of peruvian chincona trees, used to treat fevers like malaria.
Extent2 parts
Dimensions340mm x 145mm
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameApothecary-jar
TermMalaria
Cinchona
Drug Packaging
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