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Gift of Harry Olmstead III, 2014.114.0 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Soap Tin belonging to George F. Olmstead
Gift of Harry Olmstead III, 2014.114.0 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Soap Tin belonging to George F. Olmstead

Original Owner (American, 1840 - 1913)
Date1861-1865
MediumTin
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 1 1/2 × 3 1/2in. (3.8 × 8.9cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Harry Olmstead III
Object number2014.114.0
DescriptionSoap tin belonging to George F. Olmstead and dates to the Civil War.
Status
Not on view
Tin Canister Trick
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