intended to be carried in handbags, toiletry cases, or travel kits. Their compact size made them convenient for people who wanted to take small quantities of perfume or other personal-care products with them.
Depending on their age and origin, these tubes could therefore represent a small piece of everyday consumer history.
How Were They Made?
Glass ampoules and vials were manufactured using specialized glassmaking techniques. Their contents were sealed inside the glass to help prevent contamination, evaporation, and leakage.
The design and method of sealing can sometimes provide clues about
