Cork press; 1800s; 1188
Cork press
About this objectA cork, softened by soaking in liquid, was compacted in the press until it fitted the bottle. As it dried out in the bottle, the cork expanded, sealing in the medication.
Date Made1800s
Medium and Materialsmetal
Named CollectionApothecary Collection
Object Type Object number1188
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