Antique Treen 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Pill Making Machine

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Object Description

A solid mahogany and brass 19th century chemist’s pill making machine, having the face plate inscribed 1-6-12-15 and 24 with appropriate divisions. It was used in the following manner: the pill mass, previously prepared in a mortar, was rolled into the correct diameter lengths and placed on the grooved plate; it was cut and divided by pressing downwards and sliding the top section back and forth; they were then rounded by rotating them in a pill rounder and then when hard, silvered and ready for dispensing. It is in working condition with a separate mahogany collecting tray. The whole has a medium colour and retains a patination.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:7ΒΌ in. (18.5 cm.) x H:2 in. (5 cm.) x D:12 in. (30.5 cm.) inches
  • country
  • year
    Circa 1870

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Tuesday
9.30 - 5.00
Wednesday
9.30 - 5.00
Thursday
9.30 - 5.00
Friday
9.30 - 5.00
Saturday
9.30 - 5.00
Sunday
Closed

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8 Charles Avenue
Kingsley Road
Bideford
North Devon
EX39 2PH

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