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This tin-glazed earthenware pot was used for herbs, ointments or other medicines. It dates from the 18th century. It was found in the backgreen of 15 Albany Street in Edinburgh.

The pot has a flared rim and foot.

In the 18th century most doctors prepared the drugs they prescribed. Some of their herbs could be collected in the countryside. Others were bought from apothecaries who themselves purchased drugs from wholesalers in London and Amsterdam.

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• Online ID: 000-100-003-200-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MEK 52
• Date: 18th century
  Before 1918
  
• Material: Stone-coloured pottery, Delftware
  
• Dimensions: 50 mm H x 80 mm D
  
• What:
• Subject: Post-medieval pottery and porcelain (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who:
• Where: Scotland, Midlothian, Edinburgh (15 Albany Street)
  
• Event:
• Description: Pot of stone-coloured pottery, Delftware, with a flared rim and foot, found in the back green of a house in Edinburgh in 1918
  
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