Rare Antique Ceramic Pot and Lid John Gosnell & Co. Cherry Tooth Paste 1860-1900

This is an antique ceramic pot and lid for John Gosnell & Co. Cherry Tooth Paste. The pot dates to the late 19th century, circa 1860-1900. The lid features a profile portrait of a young Queen Victoria and the text "Patronized by the Queen". It was a premium item, with similar jars being supplied to first-class passengers on White Star Line ships, including the Titanic. The product was popular and widely available during the Victorian era.