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Rare Scottish Horn Snuff Mill

$1,250
£948.98
€1,094.02
CA$1,768.30
A$1,903.73
CHF 1,019.49
MX$22,939.31
NOK 12,863.09
SEK 11,771.80
DKK 8,174.92

About the Item

A very rare Scottish snuff mull with carved water buffalo with ears and eyes. At the opposite end a silver thistle with opening for snuff. Circa 1820.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1820s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6652241385742

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