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Advert for Coca-tonic, Champagne - nerve tonic 1897
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Advert for Coca-tonic, Champagne - nerve tonic 1897
Sold in wine merchants stores and chemist. The highest class natural champagne and coco leaf extract, the most powerful nerve tonic.
1897
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1897 Champagne Chemist Coca Digestion Extract Gift Gifts Health Hysteria Influenza Merchants Nerve Neuralgia Peruvian Remedy Sold Stores Tonic Unusual Insomnia Stimulant
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Step back in time with this advertisement for Coca-Tonic, the unique fusion of Champagne and Coca Leaf Extract, sold in wine merchants and chemist stores in 1897. This high-class nerve tonic was considered the ultimate remedy for various health issues prevalent during the Victorian era, including neurasthenia, hysteria, neuralgia, insomnia, digestive problems, and even influenza. The advertisement showcases the luxurious and unusual nature of this tonic, with the finest natural Champagne and Peruvian Coca Leaf Extract combined to create a powerful stimulant. The use of the Goddess of Health holding a glass of Coca-Tonic in the illustration further emphasizes its healing properties. This advertisement offers a glimpse into the medical practices and consumer culture of the 1890s, where tonics and remedies were often advertised with grandiose claims and visually appealing imagery. The Coca-Tonic advertisement is an intriguing and unusual gift idea for history buffs, collectors, or those with an interest in the Victorian era, making it a perfect addition to any vintage decor or collection. The advertisement also hints at the festive season with its Christmas-like setting and the text "Sold in wine merchants stores and chemist," suggesting that it could have been an ideal gift or stocking filler for the holiday season. Overall, this Coca-Tonic advertisement is a fascinating window into the past, offering a glimpse into the health and wellness practices of the late 19th century.
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