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Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Mull by Alexander Forbes
Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Mull
Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Mull by Alexander Forbes
Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Mull by Alexander Forbes

Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Mull

Silversmith
Datec.1750
Object NameSnuff Mull
Mediumshell, silver
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsLength: 7 cm
Weight: 50.44gm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1998 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011149
About MePale brown cowrie shell with hinged and engraved silver mount. The cover is engraved with light scrolling foliage and cross hatching.
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