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Box (Tobacco box)
1780-1810
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Burlwood veneer
- Brass
- Glass
- Tortoise shell (marine turtle)
Museum Object Number
2003.0013.010 A, B
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Mrs. Helen Shumway Mayer
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Object Number
2003.0013.010 A, B
Object Name
Box (Tobacco box)
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1780-1810
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Medallion, surrounding portrait
Inscription: "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN" in raised Roman capitals.
Mark/Signature: Yes
Subject(s)
- Benjamin Franklin
- Portrait
Materials
- Burlwood veneer
- Brass
- Glass
- Tortoise shell (marine turtle)
Techniques
- Stamped
Dimensions (inches)
0.906 (H) x 2.362 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
2.3 (H) x 6 (Diam)