Vintage Ramon’s “The Little Doctor” Advertising Glass Counter Jar – 7.75″ H x 7.5″ D. This striking vintage glass counter jar is a rare promotional piece from Ramon’s, a once-popular brand of patent medicines dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Measuring approximately 7.75 inches high by 7.5 inches in diameter, the jar features bold cobalt-blue screen-printed lettering: Ramon’s Quality Medicine. The jar is topped with a vibrant gold metal lid adorned with an illustrated caricature of “The Little Doctor, ” a childlike figure in a top hat and bow tie-Ramon’s instantly recognizable mascot used extensively in their branding. Underneath the character, the phrase “The Little Doctor” is prominently displayed. The imagery and font styles are evocative of mid-century pharmacy or general store displays. Ramon’s products, including laxatives and other tonics, were distributed widely throughout the Southern and Midwestern United States and were heavily advertised via almanacs, store displays, and signage. This particular jar likely served as a countertop display vessel in a drugstore or general store, holding small products such as medicinal samples, powders, or promotional items. Due to its bold graphics, nostalgic appeal, and rarity, this jar is highly sought after by collectors of vintage apothecary items, advertising memorabilia, and Americana. It also makes a unique decorative piece for kitchens, home bars, or vintage-themed bathrooms. Excellent vintage condition with clear, legible graphics and a snug-fitting original metal lid. No cracks or chips noted in the glass.
