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Brown Glazed Spitoon
Brown Glazed Spitoon
Brown Glazed Spitoon

Brown Glazed Spitoon

Manufacturer (Prestonpans, Scotland, 1837 - 1940)
Datec. 1850
Object NameSpitoon
Mediumearthenware
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall: Diameter: 17.2 cm
Approximately: Height: 7.7 cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006883
Keywords
About MeThis strange object was used for spitting into, when chewing tobacco was fashionable. It is made of stoneware with a brown glaze over moulded bands of decoration.


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