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BOX

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The box is made from an agate in a light brown color. The rims of the box and the hinged cover are edged with silver. The thumbpiece is a small sapphire. It has a rectangular shape with rounded corners.

Object name:
BOX
Made from:
Agate -- silver -- sapphire
Made in:
UNKNOWN
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
3.8 x 11.4 x 6.4 cm (1 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
21.195
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
MARK 830 stamped on inner rim for silver fineness
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973