Heliotrope by Coty c1910

Heliotrope by Coty was launched in 1910.

Fragrance Composition:

So what did it smell like? Reminiscent of vanilla, the heliotrope’s scent gave rise to its common name used years ago: the cherry-pie plant. The perfume is spicy but delicate.

• Top notes: cassie, orange blossom, almond, bergamot
• Middle notes: ylang ylang, heliotrope, rose, tuberose, jasmine, orris
• Base notes: benzoin, musk, vanilla, ambergris, styrax, vetiver, tonka bean, civet

The Lone Hand, 1913:

"The subtle fragrance of heliotrope, Queen Alexandra's favorite scent, is concentrated in the perfume that bears the name of Coty."

A 1926 ad reads:

"HELIOTROPE - rich with soft intoxicating sweetness that winds itself into the senses, tender caressing power."

Marie-Claire, 1937:

"Heliotrope by Coty: Spicy and delicate. For Redheads."

Bottles:

A 1910 ad reads:

"Coty's Rose Jacqueminot Extract in paper carton 2 ounce  for $4.50. Coty's Chypre, Peau d'Espagne, Violette, Heliotrope, Lilas Blanc, each in paper carton 2 ounce"

The standard bottle for Heliotrope was a two ounce cylindrical shape with a frosted glass stopper. The bottle was made by Baccarat. The bottle stands 3 1/2" tall by 1 1/2" wide and has the Baccarat acid stamp on the base.

c1930s bottle. Photo by ruby lane seller Classy Glass Antiques & Collectables

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued, date unknown. It was still being sold in the 1940s.