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Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1980.73.3.9  © 2009 The C…
Hand Mirror
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1980.73.3.9 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Hand Mirror

Original Owner (American, 1887 - 1968)
Manufacturer (American, 1904 - 1915)
Datebefore 1904 - before 1914
Medium14 karat gold, mirror
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 12 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 3/8in. (31.1 x 11.4 x 1cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionHand mirror in Heppelwhite pattern with mirror with beveled edge.
Object number1980.73.3.9
NotesMirror is possibly made of tin-mercury amalgam. Improper handling of historic mercury amalgam mirrors presents a potential risk for elemental mercury exposure. The tin-mercury amalgam from which these mirror were fabricated is inherently unstable and releases mercury liquid and vapor as it deteriorates.
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