SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

The horn has a natural gentle curve. The flat cover is mounted with two thistles carved with leaves. It has a plain silver hinge. On the front is a round shield.

Object name:

SNUFF MULL

Made from:

Horn -- silver

Made in:

SCOTLAND

Date made:

1813-1814

Size:

12.7 cm (5 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

36.85

Class:

HORN

Signature marks:

MARK; MONOGRAM on hinge: thistle; tower; letter G?; illegible makers name; on shield: M

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973