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Set of Two Small Victorian White Label Apothecary Jars, Circa 1890
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Set of Two Small Victorian White Label Apothecary Jars, Circa 1890

19th century
Sold 26 December 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

These charming small Victorian glass apothecary jars date circa 1890. Each clear glass body with a white porcelain label heightened in black.Each fitted with their original stoppers. One labelled "Mastic pulv." which refers to mastic powder, derived from the natural resin of the mastic tree. Mastic powder has been used for over 2,500 years for both culinary and health applications.

The other labelled "Ol. Bergamott." which is Bergamot oil, also used for various applications..

Dimensions:

Mastic Pulv:

Height: 11cm / 4.2 inches.

Diameter:5.5cm / 2 inches.

Ol. Bergamott.

Height: 14.5cm / 4.2 inches.

Diameter: 8cm / 2.4 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail 24

Postage overseas: £20 Standard International,

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Victorian Apothecary Jars to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186403
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC77
Description
These charming small Victorian glass apothecary jars date circa 1890. Each clear glass body with a white porcelain label heightened in black.Each fitted with their original stoppers. One labelled "Mastic pulv." which refers to mastic powder, derived from the natural resin of the mastic tree. Mastic powder has been used for over 2,500 years for both culinary and health applications.
fig 1. Two clear glass Victorian apothecary jars with ground stoppers and painted white labels featuring black lettering.
fig 1. Set of Two Small Victorian White Label Apothecary Jars, Circa 1890

The other labelled "Ol. Bergamott." which is Bergamot oil, also used for various applications..

Dimensions:

Mastic Pulv:

Height: 11cm / 4.2 inches.

Diameter:5.5cm / 2 inches.

Ol. Bergamott.

Height: 14.5cm / 4.2 inches.

fig 2. Two clear glass Victorian apothecary jars with ground stoppers and painted white labels featuring black lettering.
fig 2. Set of Two Small Victorian White Label Apothecary Jars, Circa 1890

Diameter: 8cm / 2.4 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail 24

Postage overseas: £20 Standard International,

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Victorian Apothecary Jars to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1186403
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC77
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I Two clear glass Victorian apothecary jars with ground stoppers and painted white labels featuring black lettering. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Set of Two Small Victorian White Label Apothecary Jars, Circa 1890

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Two clear glass Victorian apothecary jars with ground stoppers and painted white labels featuring black lettering.
SET OF TWO SMALL VICTORIAN WHITE LABEL APOTHECARY JARS, CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1186403
Two clear glass Victorian apothecary jars with ground stoppers and painted white labels featuring black lettering.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Object[Decorative Glassware]
  • Period19th century
  • Style[Victorian]
  • Material[Glass]
  • Colour[Clear, White, Black]
  • MotifsGround glass stoppers, Curved rectangular labels, Hand-painted typography
  • SizeH 14.5 cm (6 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Victorian apothecary jars were utilised by chemists and pharmacists during the 19th century to store raw ingredients, herbs, and medicinal compounds, often featuring distinctive glass labels or painted ceramic cartouches.

These vessels were typically hand-blown from lead glass or soda-lime glass, featuring ground-glass stoppers designed to create an airtight seal for preserving perishable contents.

Authentic pieces often exhibit pontil marks on the base from hand-blowing, slight imperfections or bubbles within the glass, and hand-painted or reverse-printed glass labels rather than modern paper stickers.

They can be displayed on open shelving, mantelpieces, or bathroom counters to add clinical curiosity and historical texture to both minimalist and maximalist spaces.

Clean them gently using lukewarm water and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or submersion if the labels are reverse-painted or vulnerable to moisture.
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