Vintage 1978 Macholdt Glass Inhaler Boxed Full Set Oil Made in GDR Thuringia

Vintage 1978 Macholdt Inhaler – Glass Mouth & Nose Inhalator – Complete Set in Original Box – Made in GDR Thuringia
Sold as a vintage collectible only. Not intended for modern medical use.

Step into the world of rare medical collectibles with this authentic 1978 Macholdt Inhaler, a fully original glass inhalation device made in Thuringia, GDR (East Germany). This vintage set is 100% complete, includes the unused glass attachments and original vial, and comes in its factory box with printed instruction.

A true time capsule piece — perfect for collectors of vintage medical devices, DDR memorabilia, apothecary décor, or anyone who loves unique historical objects.

 Features

Original 1978 production – GDR / Thuringia

Material: Hand-blown glass + rubber mouthpiece

Condition: Excellent vintage condition, never used

Complete set: inhaler body, nose/mouth attachment, glass vial, stopper

Original box + original printed instructions

Length of inhaler: 17 cm

Color: Light tinted glass

Function: For mouth and nasal inhalation (historical device)

Rare to find unused and complete

 Style & History

The Macholdt inhaler was a popular household medical device in East Germany in the 1960–80s.
Made in the scientific glass workshops of Thuringia — a region famous for world-class laboratory glass — these inhalers were designed for aromatherapy, respiratory relief and home treatment using essential oils.

Today, these sets have become highly collectible retro medical items, admired for:

the elegant scientific glasswork

the iconic GDR-style packaging

their rarity when complete and unused

This piece beautifully represents the combination of German precision and Soviet-era aesthetics.

 Why Collectors Love This Item

Unused NOS condition

Fully complete set

Original box with detailed instructions

Perfect display piece for vintage medicine shelves

Popular among DDR, apothecary & vintage wellness collectors

Rare 1978 marking with DAMW logo

 Included

Glass inhaler body (17 cm)

Nose/mouth glass attachment

Glass vial with label

Cork & rubber adapter

Original orange box

Printed instructions on the inside lid

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