Rosewood medicine chest, 19th century

Containers:
Artifact-box 206, Item hbeyer0042
Scope and content:

Folding rosewood medicine chest with mother of pearl inlay and silver handle made in England. Some damage to wood & inlay. Includes key. Chest contains large glass stoppered bottles (some with contents), mother of pearl balance, brass weights, graduate, funnel, mortar & pestle, and miscellaneous instruments.

Acquisition information:
Received from: Dr. and Mrs. Emil C. Beyer

Using These Materials

Using These Materials Links:

Using These Materials


Collection restrictions:

Access note. Collection contains fragile materials which may involve extra assistance from staff. Types of items include glass, ceramics, rare instruments, or other vulnerable materials. Contact Research Services with questions.

Use & permissions:

The copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to Duke University. For more information, consult the copyright section of the Regulations and Procedures of the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library.

Before you visit:
Please consult our up-to-date information for visitors page, as our services and guidelines periodically change.