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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The highly polished horn has a tip that curves back on itself. The silver cover is set with a faceted pinkish crystal. Around it the silver is engraved with leaf scrolls. On the front of the horn is applied a silver thistle with leaves. The rim is channelled.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- crystal
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
ca. 1800
Size:
8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.101
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973