Snuff Box

Accession number 34.240.2

Unique identifier MNY96144

Description Rectangular snuffbox with scalloped edges and hinged cover, engine-turned engraving on top, bottom, and sides with a gilded interior. Inscription: Engraved within reserve on cover: Presented / to / Matthew T. Brennan Esq. / by / Joseph Dowling. / Dec. 25, 1854. Mark: Marked on cover: [sovereign's head] N [pellet] R [date letter B]. Marked on underside of base: [lion passant] [maker's or sponsor's mark] [Birmingham assay office mark.]

Dated 1854

Object Type snuff box

Medium gilding (technique), silver (metal)

Physical dimensions H: 3/4 in. L: 3 3/4 in. D: 2 3/4 in. WEIGHT: 5.15 oz.

File dimensions 18.3 in × 18.3 in at 300dpi
46.5 cm × 46.5 cm at 300dpi

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