Snake oil

Name/Title

Snake oil

Description

The early era of the pharmaceutical trade in America is represented by the now famous snake oil. This liniment was popularly used for musculoskeletal complaints with the advertised expectation that the reptile’s flexible nature could be transferred to the patient by a topical application.

Made/Created

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Height

5 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Jul 13, 2026

Create Date

July 13, 2026

Update Date

September 19, 2026