Included are locally compounded pharmacy labels from independent drug stores in Richmond, Virginia, advertising remedies for coughs, colds, fainting, pain, fever, and nervous conditions. These labels openly list ingredients now restricted or banned, including phenacetin, atropine, quinine, creosote, camphor, and podophyllin, substances once trusted in an era before federal drug regulation.
Rarity & Desirability (Most → Least)
1. Compound Cold Capsules
• Multi-drug formula
• Phenacetin + atropine + podophyllin = historically important & later banned
2. Creosote Cough Mixture
• Linked to tuberculosis-era medicine
3. Coco-Quinine
• Malaria-era treatment, less commonly seen
4. Aromatic Spirits of Ammonia
5. Spirits of Camphor
6. Essence of Peppermint (most common)
‼️ Due to mailing laws/restrictions all wet specimens will be shipped without liquid. Upon arrival. It is buyer's responsibility to fill with 70% isopropyl alcohol asap. Do not let specimen sit without fluid.
No refunds or exchanges.
All items come cautiously packed, shipping insurance, tracking, & signature request required for higher priced items.
