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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The horn has greyish streaks and the end is curled back on itself. The silver cover is engraved with a border of swirling leaves, graped and flowers. In the center is a setting for a faceted pale yellow Scotch crystal. On the front is a silevr shield which is engraved. The rim is channelled.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- crystal
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
10.2 cm (4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.111
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
INSCRIPTION on shield: A Gift to Francis Rollo (in script)
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973