Imperial German military medical foot ointment tin (Fuß-Salbe), attributed to the First World War era and marked to the Sanitätsdepot VIII. Armee Korps in Coblenz (modern-day Koblenz, Germany).
The circular container features a field-grey painted lid with black lettering, a prominent red cross, and decorative laurel branches.
The original German inscriptions read:
– **Sanitätsdepot VIII. Armee Korps** – Medical Supply Depot, VIII Army Corps
– **Fuß-Salbe** – Foot Ointment
– **Coblenz** – Historic German spelling of Koblenz
The VIII Army Corps was associated with Coblenz during the Imperial German period, making this an interesting example of military medical and personal hygiene equipment.
Foot care was particularly important to soldiers undertaking prolonged marches and serving in demanding field conditions.
**Condition**
Good overall collectible condition, showing age-related wear, scratches, and surface discoloration. The painted lid retains attractive colour and clearly legible markings. The sides show noticeable wear, while the underside displays numerous surface scratches.
The container has not been examined internally, and its original contents, if any, have not been verified.
An interesting historical medical collectible for enthusiasts of Imperial German militaria, First World War equipment, and military medical history.
**Please examine all photographs carefully for condition and details.**
