Two small delftware cylindrical pill jars early 18th century

Two small delftware cylindrical pill jars early 18th century, both painted with winged putti flanking flower stems and large shells above banners inscribed 'P:COCHIÆ', and 'P:BALSAM', the latter with a metal cover, a little chipping, 9.3cm high. (3)

Pilulae Balsamicae were antitussive pills made from Balsam of Peru, saffron and other ingredients. Pilulae Cocciae were purgative pills including aloes, scammony and colocynth.