City of Armadale - History House > Records
BOTTLE - KOKO FOR THE HAIR
c. 1890 - 1915Overview
Rectangular glass bottle. Moulded text down sides and on base. At the top is a cylindrical neck with a rim around the opening.
Historical information
Koko Maricopas Ltd manufactured the product as a cure all for hair loss and conditions such as dandruff.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-33-AK2000.152
Material
Glass
Inscriptions and markings
Sides [KOKO / FOR / THE / HAIR]. Base [A G M 4 / S102 3].
Year
Statement of significance
LOW
An example of 'quack' medicine common of the time. This product promoted it eradicated hair loss, dandruff and made hair bright and soft.
Used in Wongong area.
Last modified
Friday, 2 October, 2026
Completeness
