Antique Robert Turlington Bottle in Violin Shape w/ January 16, 1754 Patent - $39 - (Newtown, PA)

Robert Turlington was granted a patent by King George II for his invention of “The Balsam of Life.” Turlington’s Balsam was sold for about 150 years. He designed this violin bottle shape in 1754 to protect his balsam from piracy. His previous common utility bottle was an easy target for counterfeiters. This 2 ¾” bottle is often referred to as “Geometric Pear-Shape or Violin Shape.” The bottle is marked on all four sides “BY THE KING’S ROYAL PATENT GRANTED TO”, ROBT TURLINGTON FOR HIS VENTED BALSAM OF LIFE’, “Y JAN 16 1754”, “LONDON.” It has no cracks, there is a chip on the lip, and mineral stains on the inside. Please look at the photographs as they are considered part of the description. I guarantee it to be old and as described. Flat shipping fee is for the lower 48 states and includes insurance. I compute the flat rate for the west coast and will refund anything above actual shipping cost if you are closer to PA. Email your zip code for Alaska and Hawaii shipping cost. International shipping is only available through Ebay’s Global Shipping program when eligible. Local pickup is also available. Payment is requested within two days of sale unless other arrangements are made.

Posted in Newtown, PA, Antiques
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