Posted 4 years ago
vintagelamp
(1097 items)
PLEASE READ ADDENDUM
Initially thought that this item was an Antique Victorian era smelling salts vial called a "Lady Reviver". Used by English police officers. Fainting was a common occurrence in those days probably due to the tight corsets which were in fashion. The vial is made of brass with a silver plating. It holds a metal wand with a ring which was utilized to hold the smelling salt liquid under the victim's nose. The vial is 2 3/4" tall by 9/16" wide. It has a handle with a ring for a chain and the front has a crown emblem.
But......
Addendum: Thanks to Kyratango's great research, I am now convinced that this item is an antique "Nannie's Bubble Blower." It makes so much more sense to me than it being a "Lady Reviver." Thank you, Kyra!!!!!
Vintage, you come up with the weirdest sh*t ! LUV it ! And Crown stamped.
Fascinating historical piece
Stunning piece!
Are you sure it isn't young king Edward's bubble blower? ;-))
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/vintage-sterling-silver-onyx-1868828565
Another:
https://www.antiquesnavigator.com/d-1810748/antique-victorian-nannies-silver-plate-bubble-blower-1880-with-royal-crest.html
kyra,
Well now, I am confused!!!! What made you search a "bubble blower?" I don't know which idea I like better (?????). It actually looks more like a "bubble blower."
blunder,
I love "weird sh*t!" I live for it!!!!
Newfld,
Thank you for the comment!"
This vial was identified in a BBC report and can be googled under "Policeman's Lady Reviver".
Any more information will be appreciated.
Hi Vintagelamp! I first thought bubble blower when I saw the pic :-)
Smelling salts bottles are one of my interests, and ladies of wealth wearing tight corsets carried their own, filled with inert salt and strong ammonia.
This ring, if full of corrosive ammonia would drip on a fainting lady's nose! Just not convenient device for the purpose ;-)
Kyra,
Thank you so much! The big circular opening didn't make much sense to me either! I am just as happy with the "Bubble Blower," if not more so. All of the great research is appreciated. Now I must look for a real "Lady Reviver!"
Oh, not a big research, smelling salts bottles were common use, there was even spring operated lids for quick use of the vial :-)
It is a fantastic find nevertheless!
Kyra,
Still very appreciated! I love it just as well!