Sold for A$20
Cherry / Blossom / Toilet Powder / A charm to existence // Certificate / Showing that climate causes no chemical change in / John Gosnell & Co's / Toilet Powder. / Calcutta Medical College / 23rd July, 1880. / "I have examined chemically & microscopically the / contents of a packet of toilet and nursery powder / prepared by John Gosnell & Co London, and find that / it consists of perfumed starch, and is free from all / admixture of injurious mineral or vegetable matter." / C. J. H. Warden / Chemical Examiner to Government. . Tins. . Pink lidded tin with black and white design. About 57 mm with lid. 1920s
Very Good. (N/A). Original lid has the coat of arms on it. This has some dints and lumps. A bit faded and has some wear. Some scratches. Edge of lid is worn. Nice piece.. Estimate: $20-40
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