jar; controlled drug; opium

Made:
1851-1900

Clear glass, circle based jar with top and bottom necks, cardboard cover. Glass rod inside. Containing three lumps of Malwah opium, different sizes. Glass rod covered in sealing wax. Label bears the legend 'Made in a gentleman's garden in Malwah'.

Details

Category:
Medical Glass-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A642318
Materials:
jar, glass and cover, paper
type:
jar and opium
credit:
Wellcome Trust