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  • Actifed Compound Linctus provides rapid and effective relief : suppresses unproductive cough ...
  • 'Actifed' Compound Linctus.
  • A rosary, a medallion of St Benedict, a charm said to cause loss of eyesight, and hands showing lines and features to be interpreted by palmistry (including lines forecasting violent death); all illustrating 'superstition'. Engraving.
  • Folio 40v-41r, Wellcome MS Persian 466.
  • The hand of Fatima (daughter of Muhammad) surrounded by Islamic symbols and used as a good luck charm. Process print.
  • Actifed Compound Linctus provides rapid and effective relief : suppresses unproductive cough ...
  • A postcard with a pressed sprig of Edeilweiss and ribbon of Belgium flag, saluting the Belgium soldiers. Pressed flower on card.
  • Graeco-Roman phallic amulet
  • Two coin-like amulets used to ward off vipers and the effects of their bites. Pen drawing.
  • Graeco-Roman phallic amulet
  • Actifed Compound Linctus provides rapid and effective relief : suppresses unproductive cough ...
  • A postcard wishing good luck illustrated by various lucky charms. Chromolithograph.
  • Symbols and talismans from Hindu, pagan and Jewish religions illustrating superstition. Engraving.