Tin of 'Allenburys' throat pastilles, London, England, 1920-1940
- maker:
- Allen & Hanburys Limited
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Carton of throat pastilles, by Allen and Hanburys, Ltd., London, 1920-1940
Made from ammonia bromide and menthol (a peppermint-scented natural oil used to clear congestion in the nose and as a pain reliever), one lozenge or pastille was sucked every so often to cure a sore throat. The name ‘Allenbury’ was a combination of Allen and Hanburys, who made this treatment. Allen and Hanburys were a pharmaceutical manufacturer founded in 1715 which later amalgamated with industry giant Glaxo.
Details
- Category:
- Materia Medica & Pharmacology
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A627922
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
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overall: 22 mm x 100 mm x 63 mm, .13kg
- type:
- box
