SNUFF MULL
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The rams horn is curled back on itself so that it forms a closed circle. Attached at the end are two silver rivets to simulate eyes. The hinge for the cover is made in brass. A piece of cork is attached to the inside of the cover by a brass rivet. The hinge extends onto the cover with a double leaf design. There is an oval medallion on the cover.
- Object name:
- SNUFF MULL
- Made from:
- Horn -- silver -- brass -- cork
- Made in:
- SCOTLAND
- Date made:
- 19th c.
- Size:
- 5.1 cm (2 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 36.104
- Class:
- HORN
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973