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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The horn is tightly curled and short. The flat cover has a projection for the thumbpiece. The silver hinge around the rim is plain but on the cover becomes an elaborate thistle with two leaves cut out in the silver and with engraved details.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
ca. 1800
Size:
7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.83
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
LABEL inside: 573
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973