I'm researching glass from a 19th century site near 
Williamsburg, VA. There are two complete bottles I need help 
with. Both have embossed labels but I'd like more specific 
details.

One is clear glass with a aqua tint, round, and stands 10.5cm 
tall. It's labelled 'VIRGINIA/ WORM KILLER.' I'd like to have 
some idea of the ingredients,if possible, as well as the 
period, and place of manufacture.

The other bottle is of clear glass, 13.7cm tall, rectangular 
with four recessed panels. One of the large panels is 
labelled 'ROYAL CHEMICAL/ CO/ NASHVILLE TN.'

I've checked a number of books on 19th century bottles, 
especially phamaceutical and patent medicines. For VA I've 
checked, Bottled in Richmond 1819-1930, and Old Bottles of 
the Virginia Peninsula 1885-1941. I'd appreciate any 
suggestions please.

Grace Turner

Graduate Student
Department of Anthropology
College of William and Mary
Williamsburg, VA 23187

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