100 Sample

Crude Drug Collection

I have for sale a collection of Crude Drugs prepared for a student studying the natural sources of drugs -- this course is commonly called Pharmacognosy. 

There are a total of 100 samples -- each in its own glass bottle with screw lid. All are labeled with a handwritten sticker what the contents are. 

There are some very interesting samples. For example, Cantharis -- also known as Spanish fly. The vial actually has Spanish flies in it!

This IS the absolute "Crown Jewel" of any pharmacy, pharmacology, apothecary or medical collection. A great conversation piece and the perfect gift for the pharmacist or physician who has everything!   

CONDITION:

100 samples - each in its own glass vial with screw lid. The labels are handwritten on a sticker. All contain their original contents, which seem to be preserved well.  For example, the cinnamon bark still smells like cinnamon when opened. The asafoetida still smells awful -- it's nicknamed "Devil's Dung" for a reason!  The contents of each sample seem to be mostly complete quantities. There are leaves, flower blooms, insects, sticks, bark, roots, powder substances and items that look like rocks and coal.  Refer to the multiple pictures. 

 Crude contents (leaves, roots, tree gums, etc.) are for collectible value and should not be consumed or used for any reason. Seller assumes no responsibility for purity of contents.  This is for collectible and collector use only.  

 If you have ANY QUESTIONS, if you need ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, please ask.

 SHIPPING:   Shipping with insurance and online tracking is included for US-based customers. This will be shipped very securely padded and packed. It will be insured for full value and will require an adult signature for delivery. 

 Feel free to reach out with any questions. 

Here is some more information pertaining to this collection:

"In the late 19th to early 20th century, drug manufacturers sold drugs in crude form (leaves, roots, rhizomes, etc.) and the practicing pharmacist was often required to manipulate the crude drugs to obtain their active constituents and fabricate the drugs into suitable dosage forms. Many of these crude drugs were plant-based, but some, such as cantharis, were obtained from insects. To ensure that they were stocking quality goods, early pharmacists were expected to know how to identify crude drugs based upon their physical characteristics.