Two Savona maiolica drug jars or albarelli c.1760, of dumbbell form, inscribed in manganese with `Conf: Rosar` and `Ung: Basilir`, within continuous scrolling bands of flowering branches, raised on circular feet, 19.3cm. (2) Rose syrup was made by infusing petals in water and thickening with sugar. It has an aperient action. Basilicon ointment was made from wax, pitch, olive oil and other ingredients, and was used in the treatment of wounds.