Apothecary boiler, 19th century
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- Artifact-box 365, Item hwilba0004
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This lidded copper cooker was used to slowly simmer herbal preparations. The nickel cylinder held the fuel; the level of the flame was regulated by the knob on the brass base.
- Acquisition information:
- Received from: George D. Wilbanks, MD and Evelyn R. Wilbanks, PhD
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