Dating to the 1880s–1900s, this bottle comes from the golden age of "cure-all" remedies and self-administered tonics. These bottles were often sold via mail-order or through discreet pharmacy shelves, aimed at treating ailments that ranged from “nervous conditions” to venereal diseases — especially marketed toward men under vague and suggestive language.
This rectangular paneled bottle features bold, crisp embossing on the front, with smooth side panels and a hand-finished tooled lip. The light aqua glass color is typical of 19th-century American medicinal bottles, adding to its display appeal.
Features:
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Circa 1880s–1900s
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Aqua blown glass with bold embossing
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“The Specific No. 1 A Self Cure” text
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Rectangular body with beveled edges
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Tooled lip (hand-finished)
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Approx. 5.25" tall
Condition:
Bright, clean, shiny! No ghosting. No cracks. But do note the tiny, flea-bite sized chip to the edge of the lip. Its easier felt than seen. (see finger point pic)A great piece for collectors of antique medicine bottles, Victorian-era cures, or quack remedy history. Also an eye-catching conversation piece for vintage apothecary decor or display.
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What “W.T. & Co.” Means:
This mark stands for Whitall Tatum & Company, a major American glass manufacturer based in Millville, New Jersey.