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Offered here is a wonderful antique pharmacy bottle from an estate sale, once dispensed by A.T. Frost, Prescriptionist, located at 106 High St., Clinton. The original paper label identifies the contents as "Sweet Spirit(s) of Nitre," a widely used early-20th-century home remedy (an ethyl nitrite preparation) commonly given to infants and children in measured drop dosages diluted in sweetened water — the label still shows partial dosing instructions by age (one month, six months, one year, and adult amounts).
The bottle is clear glass with a paneled, slightly rectangular body and a molded lip. A cork stopper remains in the neck, and dried residue from the original contents is still visible inside. The paper label is original but incomplete, with portions missing and torn edges; someone has carefully taped sections of the label in place over the years to help preserve it on the bottle.
This is a great piece for collectors of antique apothecary and drugstore bottles, small-town pharmacy history, or Americana medicine cabinet displays. Please see the detailed photos for a full look at the item's condition, wear, and remaining label detail. I am always happy to consider any reasonable offer and will combine shipping.
Specifics:
- Type: Antique pharmacy/apothecary bottle
- Contents (per label): Sweet Spirit(s) of Nitre (ethyl nitrite compound), a historic home remedy
- Druggist/Pharmacy: A.T. Frost, Prescriptionist
- Address on label: 106 High St., Clinton
- Material: Clear glass
- Stopper: Original cork (remnant present)
- Label: Original paper, incomplete, taped for preservation
- Era: Early-to-mid 20th century (based on typography and dosage-by-age labeling style)
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