Vintage Amber Apothecary Bottle – Hydrargyrum (Mercury) – Victorian Chemist Glass with Ground Stopper
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A wonderfully atmospheric piece of Victorian scientific history, this antique amber glass apothecary bottle once held Hydrargyrum — the Latin name for mercury, from which the chemical symbol Hg is derived.
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Dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, this bottle would have stood on the shelves of a chemist’s shop, dispensary, or laboratory, where Latin terminology was standard practice. 
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Its rich amber glass was designed to protect light-sensitive substances, while the hand-finished ground glass stopper created an airtight seal.
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Today, it makes a striking decorative piece — perfect for a curiosity cabinet, period interior, or vintage apothecary display.
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Details
Antique amber glass chemist / laboratory bottle
Labelled Hydrargyrum (Mercury)
Original paper label present
Ground glass stopper (matching and original)
Estimated date: c. 1880–1910 (Late Victorian / Edwardian)
Colour: warm honey-amber glass
Classic laboratory form with shaped stopper top
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Condition
Good antique condition.
Light wear and age marks to the paper label
Minor residue and surface wear to the stopper and interior consistent with age and historic use
No major cracks observed
This is a genuine antique and shows the gentle signs of time that give it character and authenticity.
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Styling Ideas 
This piece looks beautiful:
Grouped with other amber bottles for a classic old-chemist display
On a dark wood shelf with antique books and brass instruments
In a cabinet of curiosities
Styled for autumn or Halloween with dried botanicals and vintage labels
Against a soft neutral or deep moody background to let the amber glow
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Dimensions
14cm height X 5cm diameter approximately 
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Important Note
This bottle is sold as a decorative collectible only.
It should not be used for storage of liquids or chemicals.