Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

The pill box is shaped in an odd shape. It appears to be in the shape of a tree trunk or a cross section of a branch of bamboo. There are three rows of raised notches around the cylindrical shape, as well as thin engraved vertical lines. The ends of the container are stippled. The fitted top is removeable.

Made from:

Silver

Made in:

Mexico

Date made:

20th c.

Size:

3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

12.306.1-2

Class:

SILVER

Signature marks:

MARK on fitted edge of lid: COB 925, LUNT, MEXICO, STERLING, and two illegible marks

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973