{"product_id":"antique-apothecary-bottle-malcolm-halsey-bellport-li-spirits-turpentine-cork","title":"Antique Apothecary Bottle Malcolm Halsey Bellport LI Spirits Turpentine Cork","description":"Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocal 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Type: Labeled Apothecary \/ Pharmacy Dispensing Bottle \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Contents\/Label: Spirits of Turpentine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Apothecary: Malcolm Halsey, Ph.G. (Bellport, Long Island, N.Y.) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Capacity: 2 oz (Embossed on glass) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Size: Approx. 3.75\" tall \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips securely and promptly with tracking. Combined shipping available for multiple orders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Type: Apothecary Bottle \/ Pharmacy Jar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Material: Glass with Paper Label and Cork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Color: Clear Glass \/ Yellow Liquid Content \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Original\/Reproduction: Original Antique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Country\/Region of Manufacture: United States\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Featured Refinements: Antique Medical Glass \/ Labeled Pharmacy Bottle","brand":"Vintage Paper Vault","offers":[{"title":"Clear","offer_id":67686770114720,"sku":"093026-SC2","price":44.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/6284\/0992\/files\/5fb23d13-7d8f-407e-94ca-b4f22c385e27.jpg?v=1791942195","url":"https:\/\/vintagepapervault.com\/products\/antique-apothecary-bottle-malcolm-halsey-bellport-li-spirits-turpentine-cork","provider":"Vintage Paper Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}