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    Pharmacy History Australia : the Newsletter of the Australian Academy of the History of Pharmacy
    |February 21, 2009
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    This 19th-century pharmacy tin, labeled "MANDRAKERT," was acquired from an antique dealer. Its mystical contents and historical significance warrant further research into its origins and purpose.

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    Area of Science:

    • Historical artifacts
    • Material culture studies
    • Pharmacy history

    Background:

    • An antique pharmacy container, identified by the label 'MANDRAKERT,' was recently acquired.
    • The container is part of a set of three similarly painted, lidded tins, each 13 inches high and 7 inches in diameter.
    • Two other tins in the set are labeled 'BETT. RT PUL' and 'LUNGWORT,' suggesting potential medicinal or alchemical contents.

    Observation:

    • The 'MANDRAKERT' label evokes associations with both popular culture (Mandrake the magician) and historical research.
    • The acquisition prevented the potential repurposing of the antique tins as lamp bases.
    • The tins exhibit a consistent aesthetic, indicating they were likely manufactured as a set.

    Findings:

    • The specific historical context and intended use of the 'MANDRAKERT' tin remain to be determined.
    • The labels 'BETT. RT PUL' and 'LUNGWORT' may refer to historical medicinal compounds or ingredients.
    • The tin's design and labeling suggest a 19th-century origin, possibly related to apothecary or herbalism practices.

    Implications:

    • Further research could illuminate historical pharmaceutical practices and the use of specific compounds in the 19th century.
    • The study of such artifacts contributes to understanding material culture and the evolution of container design.
    • Investigating the 'MANDRAKERT' tin may reveal connections between historical beliefs, folklore, and medicinal traditions.

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