19th Century French Faience Apothecary Jars – Set of 7 – Hand Painted Pharmacy Canisters With Brass Lids

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Back Row (Spouted)
• ZINGIBERIS → Ginger (digestive stimulant)
• RHEI → Rhubarb root (laxative / purgative)
• CERAS. NIGR. … Read more Back Row (Spouted)
• ZINGIBERIS → Ginger (digestive stimulant)
• RHEI → Rhubarb root (laxative / purgative)
• CERAS. NIGR. → Cerasus Nigra = Black Cherry (often cough syrup base)

Front Row (Canisters)
• ACET CUPR. CMELL.
Likely Acetum Cupri Camellatum → Copper acetate preparation (topical medicinal compound)
• BASILICUM
Basil-based preparation (often medicinal oil or balm)
• CERUSSA
White lead compound - used historically in ointments (and cosmetics )
• SATURNIN (or Saturnine prep)
Lead-based medicinal compound.
The front row measures 5” H x 3.5” D See less