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Vintage Parke, Davis and Company Tar Shampoo glass bottle features original purple and gold labels. This 5 fl. oz. apothecary bottle contains residue of its original pine tar and saponified cocoanut oil formula, which has solidified over time. The front label identifies the product as Tar Shampoo from PD&CO, while the back label provides detailed instructions for use as a hair treatment or general liquid soap. Topped with a unique metal shaker-style cap with a crown-like finial, this piece serves as a fascinating example of early 20th-century pharmaceutical and personal care packaging from Detroit, Michigan. Ideal for collectors of medical history, apothecary jars, or vintage advertising.