Capital City Treasures August Auction: Presented By The Sacramento Consignment Center
Sun, Aug 2, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Sun, Aug 16, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 532
Late 19th-Century Miniature Medical Kit in Leather Carrier
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $50 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $3,000 | $100 |
An antique miniature medical kit in a leather carrier including 20 intact vials, some still containing old remnants of what they once carried. According to a provenance note included with it: "A case of medicine made up by Prof. Henry Cook of Alfred, N.Y. for G.H.F. Randolph & family in 1887 or 8 - when they were sent to China as S.D.B. missionary."
Dimensions: each vial is 3-inches tall, the overall case is 3.5h x 6.5w x 1.5d inches
This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $50.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.
Condition
Overall good antique condition. Expected age wear visible across the carrier and its contents. However the leather is not ripped or deteriorating. None of the glass vials are broken, however their cork tops are chipped or broken. Please see photos.
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Processing and shipping details are located in the description of each lot. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.
