Description

A glass and steel, knurled and demarcated personal morphine syringe as was the norm in Edwardian times.

Both the acid etched glass and steel plunger are marked  5, 10 , 15 (probably 0.5 to 1.5 cc.) for doseage depending on need/desire. Single matching needle. Very fine condition and working. Black card case measures 7 x 3 x 2 cm. with gold embossed name and address in lid and etched on the barrel of the syringe “Allen & Hanburys” with  London address.

Morphine use was rampant in the early 20th century until prohibition and the depression. Drug and alcohol dependency in Edwardian times (including Coca Cola) was a societal problem with huge implications and was promoted by the medical community who issued prescriptions to druggists/pharmacists (big winners who still pander to the weak minded) to be filled at will, with overdosing being quite common. A legalized cartel that still acts with impunity !!!