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Zinc Oxide Apothecary Jar

 Artifact — item: TC2014-001-012
Identifier: 2014-1-12

Content Description

one oblong white ceramic jar w/ lid, with gilding around base and edge of lid; "UNG. ZINCI / OXIDI" inside a floral border, with a mortar and pestle above and an Aesculapius symbol beneath; jar is quite dirty, with some minor imperfections in the workmanship, but otherwise undamaged. Empty inside, appears unused (decorative?)

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • Creation: Between 1940 and 1960

Extent

110.61762165 Cubic Feet (18.5cm x 13.5cm x 13.5cm)