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SNUFF MULL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The dark horn has a few splashes of grey and is slightly curved. The silver cover is engraved with thistle leaves, and scrolls. In the center is a faceted Scotch crystal. On the front of the horn is a silver shield. The rim is channelled.

Object name:
SNUFF MULL
Made from:
Horn -- silver -- crystal -- foil
Made in:
SCOTLAND
Date made:
ca. 1810
Size:
9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
36.110
Class:
HORN
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973