Sold for A$20
Early three piece mould blue jar with label: Port Melbourne Pharmacy. / Carmine. / John W. Mowat, Chemist and / Druggist, / 163 Bay St., Port Melbourne. Base Mark: 1573. (Victoria) Medicine Pharmacy Applied top. Three piece mould. Blue. 1/2 Gallon. 238 mm. 1880s
Near Mint. John Mowat was a highly respected member of the community who was knighted later in life. It wasn't until the 1920s that he was listed at 163 Bay Street, his earlier addresses were still in Bay Street, but different numbers. Therefore, I am not sure this label is original to this bottle, as they are from different eras, however, this could have been re-used several times? Tiny flake to upper lip. Still has cork in place. Some scuffs and scratches. A lovely pharmacy item. Grade: 9 Estimate: $40 - 60
