Rectangular block of Persian opium, in red paper, label reads: 'PERSIA/ OPIUM'

Made:
1801-1926 in Iran

Rectangular block of Persian opium, with slice missing, wrapped in red paper. 50 mm x 110 mm x 75 mm, 417 g. Paper label on the bottom reads, ' PERSIA/ OPIUM'. Unknown maker, Persian, probably 19th century.

Details

Category:
Experimental Chemistry
Object Number:
1926-787/2
Materials:
paper, opium and complete
Measurements:
overall: 50 mm x 110 mm x 75 mm, 417g
type:
sample and opium
credit:
Donated by T and H Smith Limited