Wednesday, March 30, 2011

A Special Antique, A Treasure...

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I can't say anything more important about this Antique Apothecary Cabinet than it belonged to...
My precious Daddy~

A Treasure Beyond Measure.

My Dad had three of them and used them in his law office for bookshelves. I an now so blessed to have one. Dad purchased the three antique apothecary cabinets from a pharmacist who was going to retire and close his pharmacy back in the early 60's. 

This is representative of any drug store or pharmacy cabinet that would typically be found along Main Street USA during from the 1900's through the 1930's.
 We have the cabinet in a place of prominence in our family room behind the bar. I's now a shelf for crystal, mug collection, glasses, wine and such.

It was made for that exact place! There was an antique bar piece that the previous owners had there, they took it with them. Not knowing what to do at first, my dear Mom thought about Dad's bookshelf that was in storage! The other two are at my brother's office.  So out of storage it came, and with a small adjustment by a carpenter, it fit beautifully. What a blessing~

It's a piece I will treasure and cherish forever. It's so satisfying to look at it daily, I know Dad knows it is here.




I'm linking to these parties this week. 
My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday
The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home on Friday
Common Ground Vintage Inspiration
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
At the Pickett Fence for Inspiration Friday
Friday's Unfolded-Stuff and Nonsense


Have a great week!

Nancy



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43 comments:

  1. OliveMarch 29, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Hi Nancy, it is perfect in that space and is a treasure indeed. Your glasses look fabulous in it and I love your room! hugs♥O

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  2. Calypso In The CountryMarch 29, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    What a classic piece of furniture! It looks wonderful!

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  3. SamiMarch 29, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    That is wonderful to have such a memory and a beautiful piece for your home!
    ~sami

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  4. Terry @ La Bella VieMarch 29, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Hi Nancy,
    Its was so wonderful seeing your sweet face again on my post! I have been away from blogging for a while and it was just nice to catch up with old friends again...you being one of them!
    I love this old Antique Apothecary cabinet, I would love that in my house but I don't think it would fit, its huge!
    Take care my friend,
    Terry ;0)

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  5. DebMarch 29, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    that is definately a treasure...

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  6. LynnMarch 29, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    It looks absolutely beautiful and how special-enjoy:@)

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  7. TheresaMarch 29, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    What a gorgeous treasure to have in your home with so many memories behind it! I know that your Dad knows it is there too:)

    Have a blessed evening! HUGS!

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  8. BabsMarch 29, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    That's a beautiful family piece. I can tell you're very proud of it and rightly so.
    It really highlights your glassware and mugs amd looks so nice behind your bar.

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  9. LindaMarch 29, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    How ABSOLUTELY perfect!!!! What a treasure of love and memories every time you look at it!

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  10. NanaDianaMarch 29, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Nancy-What an absolutely perfect piece for there...and now you get to think of your Dad everytime you look at it! How wonderful...what a blessing that it is yours now~ xxoo Diana

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 29, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Nancy, that cabinet is perfect in that spot. What a wonderful treasure. Thanks for sharing this at my party.

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  12. TexWisGirlMarch 29, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    What a beautiful piece of history and of your father...

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  13. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementMarch 29, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    I love it! It looks amazing in your house!
    I collect apothecary jars and know how special your cabinet is.

    Thanks for sharing.

    Pam

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  14. KarenMarch 30, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Nancy, I had noticed that cabinet when we were in your home, but there wasn't much time to ask you about it. What a wonderful piece of history you have! Is it from the town I am thinking of in the Valley?
    Hugs,
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  15. GailMarch 30, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    What a special treasure to have and it looks great in your home!

    Enjoy your day,
    Gail

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  16. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMarch 30, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    How special...family pieces are the best!!!

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  17. Sissie's Shabby CottageMarch 30, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Hi Nancy,
    What a magnifient piece of furniture and even more precious because it was your Father's.

    I love how it looks in your family room. I know you will treasure it forever and it is a family heirloom.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  18. Country Gal March 30, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Its wonderful. I love antiques. A precious piece for you of your father. I have many of my mum and dads things that I hold dear to my heart. Have a great day !

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  19. Heidi PocketbookMarch 30, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    What a beautiful cabinet! Useful, wonderful memories and a perfect place for it. So glad you shared this, Nancy!

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  20. Chatty CroneMarch 30, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    It's wonderful! You are lucky to get it.
    sandie

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  21. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 30, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Wow! The piece looks built in. Perfect. And the memories behind it are priceless.
    Happy belated Birthday to Grayson! My son is turning 13 this summer and it just doesn't seem possible. They grow up too fast!
    Have a lovely day.
    Tammy

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  22. PondsideMarch 30, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I'll bet your grandfather would love the new use!
    My grandfather was a pharmacist in the 1920's and 30's and I'll bet his shop had one of those.

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  23. Love the Decor!March 30, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    What a lovely treasure!!!

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  24. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 30, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Nancy, besides being a beautiful piece of furniture, it has wonderful memories for you. I know it means so much to you. hugs, Linda

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  25. Cindy AdkinsMarch 30, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Oh wow, Nancy, how gorgeous! and what precious memories filled with love--this is such a wonderful post.
    XO
    Cindy

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  26. VickiMarch 30, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Nancy, this cabinet is amazing. I'm so glad you found the perfect place for it. What a treasure.

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  27. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 30, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    That truly is a treasure, Nancy! And it looks so pretty in your home! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

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  28. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 30, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Nancy,
    Oh my...what a SPECIAL piece...it looks great in your home.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  29. AnonymousMarch 31, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Hi Nancy! Oh, what a beautiful cabinet and it looks like it was made for your room. How special it belonged to your Daddy! He would be so proud you had it in your home! Wow, I'm sure I could poke a lot of stuff in there! ;)
    Hope you'll be coming to my cupboard party on Tuesday!
    Be a sweetie and thanks for popping in to see me,
    Shelia ;)

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  30. Sue @ Not the Good Scissors!March 31, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Hi Nancy. Thank you for stopping by.

    Your Dad's cabinet nearly took my breath away when I saw it. It reminds me of furniture pieces that have been in our family. I so love the wood and the patina. And the size is amazing. What an absolute treasure.
    Have a wonderful day.
    Sue
    P.S. Love your family room. That is ME!

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  31. Sherry@Back2VintageMarch 31, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    A special antique with very special memories. It's beautiful....thanks for sharing it with us!!!

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  32. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 31, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    What an amazing piece of furniture! Full of history and wonderful memories! It really is great...and look at all the storage! WOW! That's what we ALL need! ♥

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  33. SarahMarch 31, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Nancy, how perfect for this space. Not only is it a fabulous antique, but it obviously has great sentiment for you. ~ Sarah

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  34. LoriMarch 31, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Thanks for coming over. I am following you now too. But you have no labels or archives to go back to and take a peek at things I missed!

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  35. LoriMarch 31, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    I also have added you to my gadget of Texas and Louisiana Ladies! Add me to your blogroll if you would like.

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  36. The Charm of HomeMarch 31, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Nancy that is a beautiful cabinet! I love how you are using it with that bar. It looks perfect there. Very nice! Thanks for linking up!
    Sherry

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  37. lvroftiquesMarch 31, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    That is a wonderful treasure! Wow! Vanna

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  38. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 31, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Nancy, What a fabulous cabinet and it looks wonderful in your room.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  39. Debra@CommonGroundMarch 31, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    How wonderful that you have this from your Dad. It's a fabulous cabinet, love how you have it full of glassware. Thanks so much for linking up with VIF!
    hugs,
    Debra

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  40. Alison AgnewApril 1, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    i have never seen another cabinet like this...what a treasure indeed you have sitting so pretty in your home...and what wonderful memories come right along with it...i would love for you to share this with my readers at fridays unfolded @ http://www.stuff-and-nonsense.net/2011/03/fridays-unfolded-12.html

    blessings,

    alison
    stuff and nonsense

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  41. Sandi~A Cottage MuseApril 2, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    You have such a wonderful family treasure! It looks perfect in your home!

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  42. At The Picket FenceApril 3, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    What an absolute treasure to have that gorgeous cabinet Nancy! There is just nothing quite like having something like that in your home, passing it every day and conjuring up memories. Not to mention how amazing it looks behind the bar! Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  43. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmApril 3, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Wow, wow, wow...what a cool piece, and even more special that it belonged to you dad. Priceless treasure for sure! Laurel@chippingwithcharm

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I love your comments!
Nancy

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