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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The horn is partly in grey and the end is tightly curled. The silver cover has a border of deeply engraved thistles and leaves. In the center is a setting for a faceted pinkish Scotch crystal. On the front is a silver shield engraved with the initials of the original owner. The rim is channelled.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- crystal
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.112
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
INSCRIPTION on shield: FMG
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973