Package of feverfew

Made:
1920-1950 in United Kingdom

Paper-wrapped package of dried Feverfew (Pyrethrum parthenium), used for female obstructions of hysteria, possibly intended as an abortifacient, 1920-1950

Details

Category:
Materia Medica & Pharmacology
Object Number:
1989-255
Materials:
packet, paper
Measurements:
overall: 82 mm x 55 mm x 38 mm,
type:
feverfew and herbal medicine
credit:
V & A Museum (Dept. Prints & Drawings)