A small mixed collection of manuscripts, artefacts, paintings and clothing has been built up as a result of a number of gifts (on permanent loan) which have been made to the Society by various members of the Nussey family over the past few decades. These have been made in commemoration of John Nussey (1794-1862), royal apothecary and master of the Society (1833-34). Nussey was the Society’s first representative on the General Medical Council (1858), and in 1846 he gave to the Society the renowned painting of the Armada (artist unknown), which hangs in the main Entrance Hall in Apothecaries’ Hall.

 

One of the most recent acquisitions is an 18^thcentury walnut, mahogany, juniper and olivewood specimen cabinet which was originally part of the Royal Collection and was probably given to Nussey by Queen Victoria. It is on public display in the Court Room at the Hall and may be viewed during normal office hours, unless the room is otherwise in use. In this event, an alternative appointment at the earliest opportunity will be arranged.

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