Snuffbox

European

mid-19th century

Not on view

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Title: Snuffbox
Date: mid-19th century
Culture: European
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Width: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Gift of Herbert K. Reis, in memory of Rose-Frances K. Reis (Mrs. Ralph A. Reis), 1983
Object Number: 1983.575.12
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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