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Prior to the rise of chain "super-drugstores" the apothecary, or pharmacy drugstore, was a symbol of Main Street America. A few privately owned apothecaries can still be found in some historic downtown areas.
Collectors of apothecary artifacts and memorabilia seek LUG or "Label Under Glass" bottles, mortar and pestles, measuring glasses and cups, show globes, and scales.
Fun Fact: Prior to the early 1900s, in most states a college degree was not requisite to be licensed as a pharmacist.
References: www.drugstoremuseum.com
Brass Mortar And Pestle With Lion Shield
Brass mortar and pestle decorated with a lion in a shield underneath a crown
on both sides; unmarked; English.
Mortar 4 3/4" H, Pestle 9" L. Price: $250.00
Brass Mortar And Pestle With Loop Handles
Brass mortar and pestle with loop handles and linear decoration;
unmarked; English.
Mortar 3 1/2" H, Pestle 8" L. Price: $295.00
- WWI Commemorative Mortar and Pestle Price: $250.00
- Delft Mortar and Pestle Price: $150.00
- Soapstone Mortar With Brass Measuring Spoon Price: $75.00
- Wooden Mortar and Pestle, American, 17th Century Price: $125.00
- Cast Iron Painted Mortar and Pestle, American Price: $165.00
- Cast Iron Mini Mortar and Pestle Price: $95.00
- Early Mortar and Pestle With Patina Price: $140.00
- Large English Brass Mortar and Pestle Price: $295.00
- 18th Century Brass Mortar and Pestle Price: $390.00
- English Apothecary Scale Price: $295.00
- Seederer Rohrbusch Balance Scale With Marble Top Price: $295.00
- English Brass Postal/Package Scale Price: $125.00
- Dr. Fitch's Prescription Scale Price: $140.00
- Wooden Brass Pill Cutter Price: $175.00
- Multi-Scaled Measuring Cup Price: $25.00
- Zonite Graduated Measuring Glass Price: $35.00
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Civil War Memorabilia
The collecting of Civil War memorabilia is a popular field of contemporary militaria collecting. The taking of souvenirs from the Civil War (or any conflict, even current day) is de rigueur.
One of the largest sources of Civil War relics came from the U.S. government. For example, after Appomattox, the U.S. Government possessed "close to 1.2 million unissued muskets." In addition, federal armies seized "approximately 1.3 million small arms from Confederate sources." The government exercised its authority to sell war surplus based on two Congressional Acts passed in 1825 and 1868, respectively, that allowed Washington to sell arms so long as they were officially deemed "damaged," "unsuitable," and/or "unserviceable."
Much of the "war surplus" sold by the government was eventually acquired by large, commercial retail firms, such as, Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham and the White Brothers (both in New York) and W. Stokes Kirk (Philadelphia). The Montgomery Ward & Company also bought wholesale and re-sold military items.
Caveat emptor: Reproductions of Civil War pieces are quite old, some date back to the late 1800s. Items such as flags and belt buckles were reproduced for veteran's reunions or as historical curios.
Union Soldier's Kepi
Union soldier's kepi, possibly Civil War; dark blue felt-like material with black
leather bill and strap, 1850 brass buttons with the American eagle and a brass
number "6," high back.
Length=9 Price: $1,850.00
Carved Powder Horn
Early large carved powder horn; all engraved including New York map (Lake George Region, Lake Ontario, etc.), seal with lion and unicorn (?), name and date (J. Price 1758), and other carvings; remains of leather strap; no stopper.
Length=14.25 Price: $3,650.00
Civil War Token (Sutlers)
Copper Civil War token: inscription reads "S. Whited & Co, Sutlers, 97' Ills. Vol, Good for 10 cts. In Goods;" R-6.
Diameter=0.75 Price: $525.00
Confederate "Sardine Can" Buckle
Confederate "Sardine Can" buckle with the embossed letters "CS;" remnants of fabric on reverse side; no evidence of pitting; Civil War era.
Length=3.31 Width=2.25 Price: $4,995.00
Hand Carved Pipe (Civil War Era)
Civil War era hand carved pipe with carved branch & leaf design and the words "Lookout Mountain" on the bowl; Tennessee origin; possibly Confederate.
Length=6 Price: $500.00
Large Silver 5th Corps Badge
Rare, large, silver 5th Corps badge with engraved front edges; complete with all brass attachment hooks on reverse side.
Width=2.5 Height=2.5 Price: $525.00
NCO Eagle Breastplate
NCO eagle breastplate; good condition and color; all hooks good; one rim nick.
Diameter=2.5 Price: $525.00
Silver Rhode Island ID Tag
Silver Rhode Island ID tag: inscription reads "Burr Narr Pier R.I.;" shows some wear; R.I. Tags are rare; typical Sutlers item.
Length=1.25 Price: $645.00
Troy Corps Shoulder Plate
Troy Corps (New York) shoulder plate; circa 1851; extremely rare.
Width=2.25 Height=3.25 Price: $700.00
- Civil War Leather-Covered Artillery Cannon Powder Rammer;
top marked "Allegheny Arsenal 1862." Price: $495.00
- C. S. Burton/Dyer Artillery Shell;
with C. S. Copper Fuse Plug Price: $375.00
- 1819 North Flint Lock Pistol, Rare Unmarked;
with date 1819. All marking, inspection mark, original flint,
Flay Derman-GAO 24 Price: $3,500.00
- U. S. Militia Light Artillery Saber, 1810-1840, Mexican War to Civil War;
with scabard; tang marked "WT" William Turnball Armory Sub Inspector;
Mark Peterson, p. 39 Price: $745.00
- Joselyn CLD Carbine;
very early model, 1862 Price: $2,800.00
- Civil War Era Doctor's Leather Travel Medical Case;
complete with meds, 24 vials with contents and labels. Price: $375.00
- Civil War Amputation Surgical Set;
one replaced instrument. Price: $2,850.00
- Civil War Era Surgical Kit; Price: $295.00
- Flay Derman SCO 13 Manhattan 36 Caliber "Navy" Revolver;
rare, silver-plated; series III, walnut grip Price: $1,600.00
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