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2020-88, Snuff Box
Snuff or Tobacco Box
2020-88, Snuff Box

Snuff or Tobacco Box

Date19th century
OriginEurope
MediumBrass (copper alloy)
DimensionsOverall: 3 5/8” x 1 ¼” x 1 1/8”
Credit LineGift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Object number2020-88
DescriptionBrass snuff or tobacco box: Hinged (nine knuckle) rectangular snuff or tobacco box with rounded ends and sides decorated with four panels of trophies alternating with four panels of engine turning

Label TextAs noted by the engraving on this box, it could have been used for either snuff or smoking tobacco.
InscribedEngraved on lid in block letters: “17 I * M 43” and on base in script: “Snuff or Puff”
ProvenanceGift of Beatrix T. Rumford