Napoleon III Pharmacy Pot

Potassium chlorate is a chemical compound with the formula kclo3. When pure, it is a crystalline white substance. It is the most common chlorate in the industry. It is used in particular as an oxidizing agent, disinfectant. It is also used in the preparation of explosives and fireworks. Large jar / bottle / pharmacy bottle of the xlxth century in blown glass, thick, blue, closed by a painted sheet metal lid of color "faux-bois marbré". Label in paris porcelain (with fine gold borders) glued to gum arabic with inscription "pot chlorate: pulv: ", neck diameter 4 cm, base diameter 8.5 cm, height 19.5 cm. The mark of the pontil and the presence of bubbles attest to its age. In its juice, in perfect condition.