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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The dark brown horn is tightly curled near the end and is set on the front with an elaborate silver shield. The silver cover is ribbed along the sides and is set in the cover with a large cairngorm.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- stone
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
Late 18th c.
Size:
11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.67
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
INSCRIPTION on shield: CCIW in gothic letters
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973