This striking antique cobalt blue poison bottle is a classic example of late to early 20th century medicinal packaging, boldly embossed with "NOT TO BE TAKEN" down one panel to warn of its toxic contents. The bottle features a hexagonal shape, with two Ribbed panels,-a tactile warning system used to help identify poison, even in the dark.
This piece was dug from a historic site in Maine, giving it the authentic character that collectors love. Though being buried all these years this bottle is in excellent antique condition with no cracks, or chips, and very little ground patina. (SEE PHOTOS)
Item Details:
- Color: Deep cobalt blue
- Embossing: "NOT TO BE TAKEN" (vertical)
- Shape:Hexagonal with two ribbed sides
- Era: 1880s-1910s
- Material: Glass
- Size: Approx. ~ 3" tall and 1.25" wide
- Dug from an old site-authentic piece of 19th-century history
- Tooled cork-top finish
- Condition: Good dug condition with no cracks or chips. Some light surface wear typical of age and excavation. Displays brilliantly with strong color and unique form.
Ideal For:
- Collectors of antique glass, early American quack medicine or apothecary items
- Medical antique collectors
- Pharmaceutical memorabilia
- Antique medicine cabinet displays
- Apothecary-themed decorations
- Apothecary or curiosity displays
- Movie/photo props or historical replicas
- Bottle digging and recovery enthusiasts
- Historical archaeology collectors
A fantastic display piece with strong color and character-ideal for collectors of antique apothecary, poison, or medicinal bottles.
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