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Date:
1865
Object Number:
PR.052.55
Medium:
Paper, linen backing
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Snuffbox
Object Number:
1931.37
Date:
1850-1875
Medium:
Brass, tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 5/8 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. ( 1.6 x 6.4 x 3.8 cm )
Marks:
inscribed: in relief near upper and lower edges of lid: " THE WEDDING DAY"; " THREE WEEKS AFTER MARRIAGE [inverted]"
Description:
Rectangular sheet brass snuff box with hinged lid; opposing relief profiles of amn and woman with smiling faces when viewed upright and frowning faces when box is rotated; tinned interior.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Thomas Hunt
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
