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The Parke, Davis & Co. Rocking Container is a rare antique pharmaceutical artifact, produced in the early 1900s. It consists of a pine wooden crate housing a five-gallon, pale green glass jug used to safely transport wholesale liquids specifically, (jug not included)
Witch Hazel, a soothing skin lotion. [1, 2] The defining feature of this antique container is its specialized crate, which features hinged, curved sides designed to be tilted or \"rocked\" so a single person could pour the contents without lifting a heavy five-gallon bottle. Key Details Original Use: Transporting and dispensing Witch Hazel. Design Elements: Features a hasp lock, original period graphics stenciled on the wood, and a label tacked to the inside top. Historical Value: These artifacts are valued in the antique medical and advertising collector communities, listed in the range of $1000 to $3,000 for pristine, fully labeled examples. Nice condition for its age. See pics for what youll get and condition. Bottle not included
