Antique Apothecary Bottle Malcolm Halsey Bellport LI Spirits Turpentine Cork
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Up for sale is a wonderful piece of early pharmacy and regional Americana history: a small antique paneled glass apothecary bottle retaining its original paper label and cork stopper.
The crisp paper label reads "SPTS. TURPENTINE" (Spirits of Turpentine) and features the pharmacist's imprint: "MALCOLM HALSEY, Ph. G., Pharmacist, BELLPORT, L. I." (Long Island, New York). The reverse side of the bottle is embossed with a capacity marking of "2 OZ" near the shoulder. The bottle stands approximately 3.75 inches tall and currently contains a vibrant yellow vintage liquid sample.
Historical Significance:
Local independent apothecaries played a vital role in 19th- and early 20th-century American towns. Labeled bottles bearing the name of a specific local pharmacist—such as Malcolm Halsey of Bellport, Long Island—are exceptional finds for collectors of pharmacy antiques, medical bottles, and local ephemera. Spirits of turpentine was a common household remedy and solvent stocked in period pharmacies for both medicinal liniments and industrial uses.
Condition:
Good antique/vintage condition. The glass is clear with nice character, the original cork remains intact in the neck, and the paper label is remarkably well-preserved with legible typography and minor age toning. Please review all photos for exact condition and measurements.
Features:
Type: Labeled Apothecary / Pharmacy Dispensing Bottle
Contents/Label: Spirits of Turpentine
Apothecary: Malcolm Halsey, Ph.G. (Bellport, Long Island, N.Y.)
Capacity: 2 oz (Embossed on glass)
Size: Approx. 3.75" tall
Ships securely and promptly with tracking. Combined shipping available for multiple orders.
Type: Apothecary Bottle / Pharmacy Jar
Material: Glass with Paper Label and Cork
Color: Clear Glass / Yellow Liquid Content
Original/Reproduction: Original Antique
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Featured Refinements: Antique Medical Glass / Labeled Pharmacy Bottle
$44.80
Sale price
$44.80
Regular price
Antique Apothecary Bottle Malcolm Halsey Bellport LI Spirits Turpentine Cork
$44.80
Sale price
$44.80
Regular price
Up for sale is a wonderful piece of early pharmacy and regional Americana history: a small antique paneled glass apothecary bottle retaining its original paper label and cork stopper.
The crisp paper label reads "SPTS. TURPENTINE" (Spirits of Turpentine) and features the pharmacist's imprint: "MALCOLM HALSEY, Ph. G., Pharmacist, BELLPORT, L. I." (Long Island, New York). The reverse side of the bottle is embossed with a capacity marking of "2 OZ" near the shoulder. The bottle stands approximately 3.75 inches tall and currently contains a vibrant yellow vintage liquid sample.
Historical Significance:
Local independent apothecaries played a vital role in 19th- and early 20th-century American towns. Labeled bottles bearing the name of a specific local pharmacist—such as Malcolm Halsey of Bellport, Long Island—are exceptional finds for collectors of pharmacy antiques, medical bottles, and local ephemera. Spirits of turpentine was a common household remedy and solvent stocked in period pharmacies for both medicinal liniments and industrial uses.
Condition:
Good antique/vintage condition. The glass is clear with nice character, the original cork remains intact in the neck, and the paper label is remarkably well-preserved with legible typography and minor age toning. Please review all photos for exact condition and measurements.
Features:
Type: Labeled Apothecary / Pharmacy Dispensing Bottle
Contents/Label: Spirits of Turpentine
Apothecary: Malcolm Halsey, Ph.G. (Bellport, Long Island, N.Y.)
Capacity: 2 oz (Embossed on glass)
Size: Approx. 3.75" tall
Ships securely and promptly with tracking. Combined shipping available for multiple orders.
Type: Apothecary Bottle / Pharmacy Jar
Material: Glass with Paper Label and Cork
Color: Clear Glass / Yellow Liquid Content
Original/Reproduction: Original Antique
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Featured Refinements: Antique Medical Glass / Labeled Pharmacy Bottle