Arnica Tooth Paste

Description:

The indications or uses for this product as provided by the manufacturer are:

Arnica tooth paste is an excellent article for use to whiten and beautify the teeth and sterilize the mouth. It imparts a most delightful perfume to the breath.

This dentrifice is particularly adapted for children, as it is concentrated, non-abrasive, cannot spill, leak, break or otherwise be wasted.

Date Made: after 1920

Maker: C. H. Strong and Company

Place Made: United States: Illinois, Chicago

See more items in: Medicine and Science: Medicine, Health & Medicine, Beauty and Hygiene Products: Oral Care, Beauty and Health

Exhibition: Object Project

Exhibition Location: National Museum of American History

Credit Line: Gift of Gary P. and Sandra Baden

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1979.0798.239Accession Number: 1979.0798Catalog Number: 1979.0798.239

Object Name: toothpastetooth soapOther Terms: Oral Hygiene; Patent Medicines; Drugs; Non-Liquid

Measurements: overall: 1/2 in x 3 1/4 in x 2 1/8 in; 1.27 cm x 8.255 cm x 5.3975 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a5-51ec-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_718726

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