Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon: marked "Best Britannia Metal"
Object Number:
1934.70
Date:
1850-1890
Medium:
Pewter
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/2 x 1 1/8 x 1 in. ( 14 x 2.9 x 2.5 cm )
Marks:
impressed: on reverse of flat handle: "BEST/[B]RITAN[IA]/METAL" around crown
Description:
Teaspoon with oval bowl and flat end; simple shell drop.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. John S. Appleby
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
