Lot vintage Velpeau Caduceus pharmacy bandages 60s retro medical

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Detailed description

This lot consists of several pharmacy bandages and strips, presented in bulk and in original boxes, perfectly illustrating the medical equipment used in France in the 1960s. Notably, there are "Crêpe Velpeau" boxes (elastic fabric, 9 to 10 cm wide), a green "Gibex 10 cm" box, a pink "Caducee" box (pink nylon strip with green pellet), as well as a "Sterilux" box and other typical packaging from the period. These elements demonstrate a coherent set of medical supplies for care, first aid or dressings, with a strong vintage character.

The visible bandages are rolled, some in fine-weave fabric with a blue border, others in white gauze or similar material, some still in transparent plastic packaging. Some rolls show signs of wear, tearing or fraying at the edges, highlighting their age and possible use. The set offers a palette of shades ranging from off-white to cream, typical of medical textiles of the time.

Several boxes feature period graphics: sober typography, pastel colors (blue, green, pink), and precise mentions such as "elastic fabric," "stretch band," or "width 9-10 cm," reinforcing the authenticity of this retro lot. The visible brands, such as Velpeau, Caducee, Gibex and Sterilux, were references in the field of French medical supplies in the mid-20th century.

The lot includes at least three unopened bandage boxes (Velpeau, Gibex, Caducee), rolls of textile bands, some with a distinctive blue border, as well as rolled gauze bands. The general condition varies from intact packaging to obviously used or opened rolls, which gives the whole an authentic and patinated look.

The bulk presentation, with stacked rolls, boxes and packaging, evokes the world of old medicine cabinets or period doctor's offices. Each item reflects the design and manufacturing standards of the 1960s, with attention paid to the quality and robustness of medical textiles.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The bandages show signs of wear, fraying or tearing on some edges. The boxes show signs of handling, but the inscriptions remain generally legible. Lot intended for decoration, ambiance reconstitution or vintage medical collection, not suitable for current medical use.

Did you know? The Velpeau bandage is named after the French surgeon Alfred Velpeau (1795-1867), who revolutionized the design of elastic bandages to immobilize injured limbs. Velpeau crepe bandages, manufactured in France from the early 20th century, became a standard in first aid kits and medical practices until the 1970s.

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