Chlorethyle Docteur Bengue glass vial with box (not authenticated)

This physical object consists of a cylindrical, elongated clear glass vial accompanied by its original paperboard storage box. The vial features metallic screw-cap assemblies on both ends, with one end bent at a slight angle and fitted with a threaded metal valve mechanism. A paper label is adhered longitudinally around the glass body, featuring legible printed black text that reads 'CHLORETHYLE DU DOCTEUR BENGUE ANESTHESIE LOCALE...' among other manufacturing and address details. The accompanying box lid displays extensive vintage typography, including 'CHLORETHYLE DU DOCTEUR BENGUE', 'ANESTHESIQUE LOCAL & ANALGESIQUE INSTANTANE', illustrations of the bottle with text reading 'FERMETURE A CLAPET' and 'FERMETURE A VIS', and addresses such as '47, Rue Blanche, PARIS'. Visible condition issues include expected age-related fading, surface scuffs, edge fraying, and toning on the paper box lid, alongside mild patina on the metal ends. The user-supplied attribution suggests this is a glass vial for chloréthyle, boxed, with metal on both ends, dating from 1891-1896; however, this claim remains unverified by physical inspection. The attribution in the name rests directly on the legible printed text visible on both the glass label and the box lid. This piece is stylistically consistent with late 19th-century or early 20th-century European pharmaceutical packaging and medical paraphernalia.

Based on what I can see in the provided image and description, this piece is presented as a late 19th-century Chlorethyle Docteur Bengue glass vial with its original paperboard box, purportedly dating from 1891-1896. Per user submission, the item features legible printed text consistent with period pharmaceutical packaging, including the Paris address and product details. I cannot verify from a photo whether the materials, internal contents, or printing are period-correct, as would need physical inspection to confirm. Assuming the attribution is correct, medical antiques and vintage pharmaceutical packaging of this nature typically appeal to niche collectors of medical history. The valuation range of $150-$250 reflects general market demand for similar boxed medical ephemera, factoring in the observed condition issues such as edge fraying, surface scuffs, and toning on the paper box lid. If this piece turns out to be a modern reproduction, replica, or decorative copy rather than a period artifact, the market value would drop significantly, likely falling into the $25-$50 decorative bracket. To establish the necessary support for authentication and value, a physical examination by a qualified expert in medical antiques, alongside provenance research and material testing, would be required.