Historical information
This bottle contained Condy's crystals.
Condy's Crystals (potassium permanganate) was a popular domestic item for decades, its crystals usually being dissolved in water to make a purple solution for antiseptic and disinfectant purposes. It was also used for snake bite, with standard first aid texts advising that a snake bite should be cut with a knife or razor, the venom sucked out and Condy's Crystals applied to the site. (ref. Powerhouse Museum)
Physical description
A small rectangular four-sided brown bottle. The neck has a screw thread.
Inscriptions & markings
On sides - POISON NOT TO BE TAKEN
On bottom - F1090
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