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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The horn is short and stubby and triangular in shape. The cover is made of two parts, one which is stationary and the other which lifts open and is lined with cork. The plain hinge is made in silver. On the cover is a plain silver rectangle intended for the initials of the owner. The cover has sven nail heads which show.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- cork
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
7.6 cm (3 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.62
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973