Set of 20 Vintage Compounding Prescriptions – 1929 Medical Ephemera

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This is a rare and evocative set of 20 original handwritten medical prescriptions, dated January 1929, that showcase the precision … Read more This is a rare and evocative set of 20 original handwritten medical prescriptions, dated January 1929, that showcase the precision and artistry of early 20th-century pharmaceutical compounding. These slips were written by Dr. Carl Hattermann and Dr. Nathaniel B. Lans and filled at Rudolph Schunert’s Pharmacy, each reflecting the therapeutic language and formulation practices of the era.
Prescriptions include Latin abbreviations, dosage instructions, and compound mixtures—a tactile record of how pharmacists once prepared remedies by hand. The elegant cursive, printed headers, and embossed pharmacy details make these ideal for collectors of medical history, vintage ephemera, or apothecary decor.

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• Format: Handwritten on printed prescription pads. Origin: USA (Midwest)
• Content: Compounding instructions for various remedies
• Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" × 5" each

Suggested Use
• Display in a cabinet of curiosities, vintage apothecary, or medical-themed interior
• Collector’s item for pharmacy historians or ephemera enthusiasts
• Educational prop for historical exhibits or stylists See less