RARE VINTAGE INSTITUTIONAL POISON BOTTLE
St THOMAS'S HOSPITAL, LONDON (c. 1930s-1950s)

PRICE: £60

An elite 13.5cm tall transparent glass apothecary bottle from one of London's oldest and most prestigious royal medical institutions: St Thomas's Hospital, London, S.E.1. Designed with a distinct 3x5cm oval base, this rare tactile safety bottle features a smooth front panel paired with a deeply, vertically ribbed back panel—a deliberate mid-century design engineered to warn hospital staff and patients against accidental ingestion in the dark.
This exceptional specimen proudly retains its complete, vivid red original paper dispensary label in remarkable condition. The crisp black typography details its dangerous purpose: "SHAKE THE BOTTLE / THE LINIMENT POISON FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY", complete with the fascinating historical application instructions: "To be rubbed into the affected part".

Condition:
Offered without a stopper, the clear vintage glass is beautifully preserved with no chips, cracks, or heavy clouding. The combination of an iconic institutional London provenance, the unique oval-ribbed safety design, and a fully intact, bright red paper label makes this an outstanding acquisition for any private gallery or medical curiosity collection.

Dimensions:
  • Height: 13.5cm
  • Base: 3.0cm x 5.0cm (Oval)

Please note: This historical artifact is sold strictly as a decorative and collectable object for display. It is not intended for any modern chemical, medical, or practical use.

Shipping Information:
  • Shipping is available at the buyer's expense.
  • We routinely use Royal Mail Tracked 24 for parcels up to 20kg to ensure secure, traceable transit.