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Title
Areca Tooth Paste Advertisement
Description
Pictured here is a white china dish advertising Areca Tooth Paste. The black lettering, surrounded by a decorative, circular border reads ‘HOPKINSON’S ARECA TOOTH PASTE. For Beautifying & Preserving the Teeth & Gums. PRICE 1/6. Prepared By T. HOPKINSON. 8. WHEELER GATE, NOTTINGHAM.’
Areca nut was once commonly used as an additive for toothpaste and powders. However, it is now known to be carcinogenic.
Areca nut was once commonly used as an additive for toothpaste and powders. However, it is now known to be carcinogenic.
Creator
Hopkinsons
Date
c. 1920
Identifier
2005/8.38
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Materials
China
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