A rare green glass decanter and stopper

A rare green glass decanter and stopper, c.1790-1800, of simple club shape, engraved and gilded with a large label titled 'CAPPILLAIRE' and suspended from a gilt chain, the flattened stopped decorated with a C to both sides, 27.5cm. (2)

Capillaire was a syrup made from the Maidenhair Fern, usually flavoured with orange-flower water and honey. It had a range of medicinal purposes including as a cure for pulmonary infections and the King's Evil. Over time the fern became optional and the term was used for any orange-flavoured syrup.