Pharmacy Equipment and Accessories : Preparing and dispensing remedies as well as medical advice for centuries
Object ID Number:
ph360
Object Name:
Mortar & Pestle
Manufactured from:
1800
Manufactured to:
1850
Description / History:
This early 19th century mortar is made from white ceramic with a ceramic and wooden pestle. The sides of the mortar are straight rather than the typical curved bowl. The combination wood and ceramic pestle indicates it was manufactured in the early 19th century.
Dimensions:
H–3.25 Dia–4.5 inches
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