About this objectSmall metal case used to hold phials of ophthalmic drugs. The stand inside the case folds down for travel and can be opened into a standing position when in use.
The phials would have contained: Physostigmine salicyl; Cocaine hydrochlor; Atropine sulphate; Morphine hydorchlor; Homotropine hydrochlor; Corrosive sublimate. These were intended to be mixed with water in a syringe and injected.