Spice mill of turned wood

Made:
1701-1800
Spice mill of turned wood, urn-shaped

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Spice mill of turned wood, urn-shaped, in 3 sections which may be unscrewed, European, probably 18th century

Details

Category:
Pharmacy-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A654801
Materials:
rosewood and iron
Measurements:
height 240 mm
max.: diameter 90 mm
type:
mills

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