Lot # 193 - Vintage Manganese UV-Glow Pharmacy Bottles & Beakers

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 28-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 04-Nov-2025 10:12:00 PM
Current bid:

$42.00

Highest bidder:

Dakiam

Auction has ended

Description :

This is a rare collection of six vintage glass pieces, including bottles and beakers, that exhibit a stunning fluorescent glow under UV light. The pieces, which include homeopathic and medical bottles as well as laboratory glassware, react to UV light, suggesting the presence of either manganese or uranium in the glass composition. Manganese glass typically produces a pale green glow under a 365nm UV light, while uranium glass often glows a more vibrant green under both 365nm and 395nm UV light.
The set includes a variety of forms and styles:
  • Tall Conical Beaker: A large, tall conical beaker with an etched "K" on the side.
  • Graduated Measuring Cup: A small, clear glass measuring cup with graduated markings.
  • Large Homeopathic Bottle: A bottle with an intact paper label for "Homeopathic HYOSCYAMUS," a plant-based remedy. The bottle is marked as being from "Suyties."
  • Tall Clear Bottle: A tall, slender bottle with a stopper and an embossed "K" mark near the base.
  • Small Castor Oil Bottle: A small, rectangular bottle with a paper label for "CASTOR OIL".
  • Diuretin Bottle: A small, stoppered bottle with a partial paper label for "DIURETIN".
This unique collection is a perfect addition for collectors of antique medicine bottles, scientific glassware, or uranium/manganese glass. The pieces are sold as collectibles for display purposes only.
Condition:
The pieces are in good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear, including some wear on the paper labels and a few scuffs. Please see the detailed photos for a complete view of the condition.






Auction History

Highest bidder is Dakiam

Date Bid User
28-Oct-2025 6:58:08 PM $42.00 Dakiam
28-Oct-2025 12:51:23 PM $36.00 BamBai
28-Oct-2025 12:51:23 PM $35.00 Seattle79
28-Oct-2025 12:51:16 PM $26.00 BamBai
28-Oct-2025 12:51:16 PM $25.00 Seattle79
28-Oct-2025 11:45:01 AM $11.00 BamBai
28-Oct-2025 11:45:01 AM $10.00 bears_mom
28-Oct-2025 7:39:13 AM $5.00 BamBai

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