Mortar, Pharmaceutical
Object number2010.75.47 a,b
MediumCeramic/Glass
Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation
DescriptionPharmaceutical mortar and pestle. Pestle is glass, translucent and rounded at the edges. Mortar is white, ceramic and the top edge includes a lip for pouring.Dimensionsa. L. 6.25 in. W: 1.5 in.b. H: 3 in. W: 4.5 in.
Inscriptions(b)
Engraving on bottom "E7".
Historical NotesPart of a collection that documents the contributions of Catholic orders to healthcare in Western Pennsylvania. The collection was originally on display at Slippery Rock University as an exhibition titled, "Sisters in Healthcare: Sixteen Communities of Religious Sisters in Western PA, 1847-1969." With this collection, the History Center has the largest collection of Pre-Vatican II habits in the United States. Many of the long-standing healthcare facilities in the region were started by the Sisters including Mercy Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and many others.
Previous owner
Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern PA & Baden
Related institution
Sisters of Saint Joseph of Baden
On View
Not on view
1915-1925
1755
1920-1990
1755
