Oyster shell snuff box

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Oyster shell snuff box
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Oyster shell snuff box, also possibly used for patches or jewellery, very loose fittings, hinged lid, made in England, 1730-1820

Details

Category:
Smoking
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A25420
Materials:
oyster and mounts, metal
type:
snuff boxes
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)