{"product_id":"antique-central-asian-apothecary-trowel-19th-to-early-20th-century","title":"Antique Central Asian Apothecary Trowel – 19th to Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn unusual antique \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Asian apothecary trowel\u003c\/strong\u003e, identified as dating from approximately the \u003cstrong\u003e1800s to early 1900s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-worked metal tool features a broad, flattened scoop with a short upright handle, likely used in the measuring, handling, or preparation of ingredients within a traditional apothecary setting. The surface shows heavy age-related patina, oxidation, discoloration, and areas of green verdigris, giving the piece a wonderfully timeworn character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a fascinating display piece for collectors of antique medical, apothecary, ethnographic, or historical objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentified as a Central Asian apothecary trowel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca \u003cstrong\u003e1800s–1900s\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad scoop-style form with short handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e5\" tall\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy natural patina and oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAreas of green verdigris present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the identification card pictured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will receive the exact artifact shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an antique artifact and shows substantial age-related wear, surface oxidation, discoloration, dents, and irregularities consistent with its age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Smoky Mountain Relic Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54423044227385,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7524\/3065\/files\/PXL_20260903_133935399_2.jpg?v=1788443018","url":"https:\/\/www.therelicroom.com\/de\/products\/antique-central-asian-apothecary-trowel-19th-to-early-20th-century","provider":"The Smoky Mountain Relic Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}