Antique Figural Alligator Apothecary Cork Press

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An authentic piece of 19th-century pharmacy equipment. Before the era of standardized screw-caps, pharmacists used these presses to compress corks … Read more An authentic piece of 19th-century pharmacy equipment. Before the era of standardized screw-caps, pharmacists used these presses to compress corks for a precision fit in hand-blown medicine vials. And why not make it an alligator? Heavy cast metal with a matte, silvery patina and aged texture. The weight suggests a nickel-plated cast iron or a dense industrial alloy.

A charming balance between functionality and appearance, and truly a cool piece of industrial history. Would serve as a interesting sculptural object or paperweight for collectors of medical antiques, material medica, or Victorian industrial tools. See less