During the 19th century the pharmacy or apothecary was part of the main hub of every town or village, as this was before the National Health Service, people would rely on their local chemist for advice, and if they were lucky enough to afford a doctor, their prescriptions.

Virol stoneware jar, 'A preperation of bone marrow, an ideal fat food for children and invalids'.
 
Both jars in good condition

Dimensions: 14cm high