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RARE* S. Maw, Son and Sons Carbolic Tooth Paste Lid w/base - Antique English Advertising Pot, c. 1900

RARE* S. Maw, Son and Sons Carbolic Tooth Paste Lid w/base – Antique English Advertising Pot, c. 1900

$79.00

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Offering this Rare Carbolic Tooth Paste with a well fitted base. It reads: “CARBOLIC TOOTH PASTE, For Cleansing and Preserving the Teeth & Gums. S. MAW, SON & SONS, Alderscate Street London, England.”

S. Maw & Sons was a prominent British manufacturer and supplier of surgical instruments, medical equipment, and toiletries. The company was founded in the early 19th century and became known as S. Maw, Son & Sons by the late 1800s. Based in London, the company was highly regarded in the medical community and also produced consumer goods like tooth powders, pastes, and soaps.

Carbolic acid (phenol) was a common antiseptic discovered in the 19th century and widely used in medical and dental applications after Joseph Lister promoted its use for sterilization. In toothpastes, carbolic acid was believed to kill germs and bacteria in the mouth, prevent tooth decay, and act as a breath freshener due to its strong odor. However, carbolic acid is toxic in large quantities, and its use in toothpaste has long since been discontinued as safer and more effective ingredients became available.

Carbolic toothpaste is now a historical curiosity, representing an era when antiseptics were a major focus in dental care before modern advancements in oral hygiene.

The face of the lid is in great condition, ornate and beautiful with some faint crazing. The dark transfer is still strong and clear, and there are no chips or cracks. The base is in good condition, with a few tiny chips on the top rim and some age crazing. Please consider the images as the best part of my description.

Measures approximately 2 3/4” diameter x 1 1/2” tall

This is an authentic antique advertising pot sourced during my recent buying trip to England. I have been sourcing these wonderful antique pots for over 12 years from friends who are actually digging them up in ancient rubbish sites all over England. I purchased my first antique Advertising pot when my husband and I had the wonderful opportunity to live in England in the 1980’s. Our daughter was born there and we enjoyed living in England so much we often went back to visit after returning to the US.

Interestingly, this same daughter’s husbands job moved them to London were we have enjoyed visiting our grandchildren and antiquing.

On our many visits we have became friends with many of the “diggers” excavating the ancient dumpsites all over the UK and now source thousands of pots from them every year. I still love the charm they add to every room they are placed in.

Please study all images as they are the best representation of the actual item you will receive. These are scarce and getting harder and harder to source.

Returns are not accepted on these rare authentic pieces but please contact if you have any questions.

 

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